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

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

This blizzard of filings in Delaware bankruptcy court tells quite a tale.

From Los Angeles Times

McMillion has denied the allegations in court filings, and he is not named as a defendant in the suit.

From Los Angeles Times