format meaning and definition

FORMAT noun

Definition of format (noun)

1. the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)
   • synonyms: data format, data formatting, formatting
2. the general appearance of a publication

FORMAT verb

Definition of format (verb)

1. set (printed matter) into a specific format
   • "Format this letter so it can be printed out"
   • synonyms: arrange
2. determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)
3. divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data
   • "Please format this disk before entering data!"
   • synonyms: initialise, initialize