Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
secret-file
noun
/ˈsiː.krɪt faɪl/
Definition
A secret-file is a document or collection of information that is kept confidential and is not meant to be accessed by unauthorized individuals.
Examples
- The government agency has strict protocols for handling secret-files.
- Employees are trained not to share details from their secret-files with anyone outside the organization.
Meaning
The term emphasizes the importance of restricting access to sensitive information to maintain privacy and security.
Synonyms
- confidential document
- classified file
- private record