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

Creating a central folder, whether digital or physical, turns organization into a manageable annual task rather than an ongoing source of stress. —Hillary Stalker, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Dec. 2025

The fifth group consisted of 120 images of hard drives, folders and boxes, apparently taken by investigators. —CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025

Robinson admitted to forging forms on multiple occasions and said the folder was given to him by Nelson Ojeda, who has a history of forgery, according to the citation. —Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Dec. 2025

At least 180 additional pages appear in files that are mostly but not entirely redacted, with cover pages, folder photos, or other unredacted material followed by pages fully obscured by black boxes. —Nandika Chatterjee, Time, 21 Dec. 2025

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