[f. FILE v.3 + -ING1.] The action of FILE v.3; an instance of this. a. The action of putting a document on a file. b. Mil. The action of forming a file or files.
a. 1712. Arbuthnot, John Bull, I. xi. Fees … for enrollings, exemplifications, bails, vouchers, returns, caveats, examinations, filings of words.
1888. Law Times, LXXXV. 23 June, 132/2. The filing by a debtor of his own petition corresponded with the commencement of the liquidation.
b. 1796. Instr. & Reg. Cavalry (1813), 8. Wheelings, filings, formings, and in general, the movements of manœuvre, and changes of situation of the squadron and regiment, are made at a quick and vigorous pace.
1832. Regul. Instr. Cavalry, II. 9. Filing is an operation of the squadron, of use in broken or embarrassed ground, which will not allow of movements on a greater front.
