Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contrafile
Noun
/ˌkɒntrəˈfaɪl/
Definition
A contrafile is a term used in legal or administrative contexts to refer to a file or record that includes copies of documents that are not necessarily part of the primary case file but are still relevant for reference or internal purposes.
Examples
- The lawyer organized a contrafile to keep track of all communications with the client.
- For better efficiency, the admin created a contrafile to hold all the repetitive forms used in the department.
- She stored the contrafile in the cabinet to ensure all related documents were easily accessible.
Meaning
A file that serves as a reference or backup for important documents related to a case or process, often containing duplicates or supplementary information.
Synonyms
- Backup file
- Reference file
- Supplementary file