Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Noun
ˌpiː diː ˈɛf
Definition
Portable Document Format: a file format developed by Adobe that allows users to present documents in a manner independent of application software, hardware, and operating systems.
Examples
- The report was sent as a PDF to ensure it could be opened on any device.
- You can convert your Word document to a PDF for easier sharing.
- Many e-books are available in PDF format for download.
Meaning
A file format used to capture and send electronic documents in exactly the intended format.
Synonyms
- Document format
- Electronic file
- Printable file
