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a file consisting of memoranda, notices, electronic signals, or the like that serves to remind the user of matters that must be attended to.[1795-1805, Amer.]
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Tickler file — A tickler file is a collection of date labeled file folders organized in a way that allows time sensitive documents to be filed according to the future date on which each document needs action. Documents within the folders of a tickler file can… … Wikipedia
tickler file — noun a file of memoranda or notices that remind of things to be done • Syn: ↑tickler • Hypernyms: ↑file, ↑data file * * * noun : a file that serves as a reminder and is arranged to bring matters to timely attention * * * a file consisting of… … Useful english dictionary
tickler file — file intended to remind someone of important dates or issues … English contemporary dictionary
tickler file — tick′ler file n. cvb a file set up to remind the user at appropriate times of matters that must be attended to • Etymology: 1795–1805, amer … From formal English to slang
Tickler — may mean:* A Tickler file for organizing documents and tasks, as described in the book Getting Things Done . * A French tickler. * Early 20th century slang for someone who practiced the stride style of Jazz piano playing. * The Tickler, a classic … Wikipedia
tickler — noun a file of memoranda or notices that remind of things to be done • Syn: ↑tickler file • Hypernyms: ↑file, ↑data file … Useful english dictionary
tickler — /tik leuhr/, n. 1. a person or thing that tickles. 2. See tickler file. 3. Accounting. a single entry account arranged according to the due dates of obligations. 4. Electronics, Radio. See tickler coil. [1670 80; TICKLE + ER1] * * * … Universalium
tickler — noun a) A person who or thing which amuses, tickles, excites. Put it in the tickler file for next week. b) A reminder … Wiktionary
tickler — tick•ler [[t]ˈtɪk lər[/t]] n. 1) one that tickles 2) cvb tickler file • Etymology: 1670–80 … From formal English to slang
tickler — [tik′lər, tik′əl ər] n. 1. a person or thing that tickles ☆ 2. a special memorandum pad, file, etc. for reminding one of matters requiring attention at certain dates in the future … English World dictionary
