Word Games Pro Dictionary
format
noun
verb
the general appearance of a publication
Quick reference
Word Facts
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˈfɔː(ɹ).mæt
Listen
Audio Pronunciation
Audio pronunciation is unavailable for this word.
Meaning
Definitions
noun
the general appearance of a publication
noun
the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)
verb
divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data
“Please format this disk before entering data!”
verb
determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)
verb
set (printed matter) into a specific format
“Format this letter so it can be printed out”
In context
Example Sentences
Please format this disk before entering data!
Format this letter so it can be printed out
Similar words