Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

card-file

Noun
/kɑrd faɪl/
Definition
A card file is a system for organizing and storing information on small cards, usually index cards, that can be easily accessed and managed.
Examples
  • She organized her research notes in a card-file for easy access.
  • Many libraries use a card-file system to catalog their books.
  • In the past, businesses often relied on card-files to keep track of customer information.
Meaning
A card file can refer to a physical or digital system that uses cards to keep track of various types of data or information, making it easy to locate and retrieve details when needed.
Synonyms
  • index card system
  • card catalog
  • card index