format
layout / arrangement / data encoding / to arrange
Transitive Verb[C/U] Both
pl: formatspast: formattedpp: formatteding: formatting
This word functions as a bridge between physical layout and digital structure. In a physical sense, it describes the spatial organization of a page or the physical dimensions of a book, evoking a sense of architectural planning and visual balance. It is often used in professional or academic contexts to discuss the presentation of a thesis or a brochure.
Countable when referring to a specific type of layout or file extension (e.g., different file formats). Uncountable when referring to the general concept of how something is arranged (e.g., the format of the show).
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format out
to remove or exclude something by changing the layout or structure
The editor decided to format out the redundant sections to make the document more concise.