single file

The term "single file" is often used to describe a formation where individuals or items are arranged one behind the other, commonly seen in queues or lines.

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Definition

B1General

(common)A line of people or things arranged one behind another.

Example

  • The hikers walked in single file along the narrow path.
  • Please form a single file line at the ticket counter.

C1Computing

(technical)A file that contains only one item or record.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "single file":

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