folder

noun

fold·​er ˈfōl-dər 

1

: one that folds

2

: a folded printed circular

3

a

: a folded cover or large envelope for holding or filing loose papers

b

: an organizational element of a computer operating system used to group files or other folders together

Synonyms of folder

• booklet
• brochure
• leaflet
• flyer
• pamphlet

Examples of folder in a Sentence

a folder offering tips for heating one's home efficiently

Recent Examples on the Web

The shelves are stocked with crayons, markers, construction paper, notebooks, folders, binders, dry-erase markers and other classroom materials. — Tori Mason, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

There are three new models, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip8 and the strikingly different Galaxy Z Fold8, which has a different shape from any previous Galaxy folder. — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Walmart back-to-school sale Walmart has lowered prices on 14 of its most popular school supplies and accessories to 2019 prices – as low as 25 cents on items such as folders. — Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Aug. 2026

Affordable finds include notebooks, folders, pencils, crayons, glue sticks and other must-haves. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing folder

• sub-folder

Rhymes for folder

• bolder
• bowlder
• colder
• golder
• holder
• molder
• moulder
• older
• polder
• shoulder
• beholder
• bondholder

Kids Definition

folder

noun

fold·​er ˈfōl-dər 

1

: one that folds

2

: a printed circular of folded sheets

3

a

: a folded cover or large envelope for holding loose papers

b

: an element of a computer operating system used to group and organize files