filings

[ fahy-lingz ]

plural noun

1. particles removed by a file.

filings

/ ˈfaɪlɪŋz /

plural noun

1. shavings or particles removed by a file

   iron filings

Word History and Origins

Origin of filings¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; file ², -ing ¹, -s ³

Example Sentences

Honest services fraud doesn’t extend to quid pro quo exchanges where the “quid” is a perceived reputational benefit, defense attorneys argued in filings.

From Los Angeles Times

According to a Times review of federal court filings, Jan. 6 defendants with pending cases or appeals have sought delays as they await word from Trump; some have been granted, and others denied.

From Los Angeles Times

Court filings show some jurors emailed Olmedo earlier this year saying they were “concerned” and believed Masterson’s lawyers weren’t supposed to know where they lived or worked.

From Los Angeles Times

To examine this secretive world, The Times scoured thousands of pages of court records, internal corporate documents and regulatory filings, and interviewed 100 migrant employees, as well as regulators and industry experts.

From New York Times

At least six deputies have been relieved of duty in connection with the case, according to court filings and Sheriff’s Department sources — three more than previously reported.

From Los Angeles Times