filer

1 of 2

noun (1)

fil·​er ˈfī-lər 

plural -s

: one that files

specifically : a worker who smooths, shapes, or sharpens with a file

filer

2 of 2

noun (2)

fil·​er ˈfī-lər 

plural -s

: one that files

specifically : file clerk

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

file entry 2 + -er

Noun (2)

file entry 4 + -er

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Rhymes for filer

• pilar
• theiler
• compiler
• profiler