English word filing comes from English file
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| file | English (eng) | (transitive) To smooth, grind, or cut with a file. (slang, archaic) A cunning or resourceful person.. A hand tool consisting of a handle to which a block of coarse metal is attached, and used for removing sharp edges or for cutting, especially through metal. |
| filing | English (eng) | Any particle that has been removed by a file or similar implement; a shaving.. The act of storing documents in an archive; archiving. |