format
noun
1 format
The organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing).
synonyms: data format, data formatting, formatting.
2 format
The general appearance of a publication.
Dutch: lay-out, boekformaat, format
verb
1 format
Set (printed matter) into a specific format:
— Format this letter so it can be printed out.
synonym: arrange.
2 format
Determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science).
Dutch: formatteren
3 format
Divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data:
— Please format this disk before entering data!.
synonyms: initialise, initialize.
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