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FORMAT

(noun, verb)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Format.

How to pronounce format:

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Format - as a noun

The organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
data formatdata formattingformatting16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
info7information16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The general appearance of a publication

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appearance16visual aspect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Format - as a verb

Set (printed matter) into a specific format

Example: "Format this letter so it can be printed out"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrange8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)

Divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data

Example: "Please format this disk before entering data!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
initialise10initialize19

Example Sentences

"The document should be saved in PDF format."
"She couldn't open the file because it was in an unsupported format."
"The book is available in both print and digital formats."
"The magazine changed its format to appeal to a younger audience."
"The screenplay was written in a standard format."
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Word Game Points

Is FORMAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, format is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FORMAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is FORMAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, format is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORMAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is FORMAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, format is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORMAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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