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directory

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /dəˈrektɚi/ · UK /dɪˈrektəri/

Forms: directories

directory means: A place on a computer where files and other folders can be kept.

noun

FILE FOLDERB2

A place on a computer where files and other folders can be kept.

  • Save the file in this directory.
  • I created a new directory for my photos.
  • You can move several directories at once.

Similar words: folder

Common phrases: root directory, create a directory, directory path

CONTACT LISTB1

A list of people or organizations, usually with their addresses or telephone numbers.

  • Her number is in the directory.
  • We searched an online directory for local dentists.
  • The hotel provides a directory of nearby restaurants.

Similar words: listing, contact list

Common phrases: telephone directory, business directory, online directory

FILE LISTC1

An organized list showing the names and details of files stored on a computer.

  • The directory lists every file.
  • Check the directory for each file’s size.
  • The program displayed a directory with names and dates.

Similar words: file listing, catalogue

Common phrases: file directory, directory listing, read the directory

Questions about directory

What does directory mean?

A place on a computer where files and other folders can be kept.

What is directory in other languages?

Türkçe: dizin · Español: directorio · Français: répertoire · Deutsch: Verzeichnis · Italiano: directory · 日本語: ディレクトリ

How do you pronounce directory?

In American English /dəˈrektɚi/; in British English /dɪˈrektəri/.

How do you use directory in a sentence?

Save the file in this directory. I created a new directory for my photos.

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