file out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To exit in one or more single file lines.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The recruits filed out of the hall.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “file out” mean?
To exit in one or more single file lines.
Is “file out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.