FORMAT - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Verb

set (printed matter) into a specific format

Example: Format this letter so it can be printed out

Categories: Change

Part of speech: Verb

determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)

Categories: Determine, Set

Part of speech: Verb

divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data

Example: Please format this disk before entering data!

Categories: Divide, Split, Split up, Separate, Dissever, Carve up

Data formatting, Data format, Initialise, Arrange, Initialize

The word "format" comes from New Latin liber. It started in German Format. Then it appeared in French format.

Legal and medical professions still use Latin phrases because of its precision and historical authority.