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document Synonyms & Antonyms

/ˈdɒkjʊmənt/

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Document as a Noun

1

An original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing, book, or other instrument conveying information pertinent to such proof or support.

2

Any material substance on which the information is represented by writing.

3

A file that contains text.

4

An object conveying information by whatever means, capable of being indexed alongside other similar objects.

5

That which is taught or authoritatively set forth; precept; instruction; dogma.

6

An example for instruction or warning.

Document as a Verb

1

To record in documents.

He documented each step of the process as he did it, which was good when the investigation occurred.

2

To furnish with documents or papers necessary to establish facts or give information.

A ship should be documented according to the directions of law.

Document in a Sentence

He documented each step of the process as he did it, which was good when the investigation occurred.

A ship should be documented according to the directions of law.

Word Forms & Grammar

document (plural documents)

document (third-person singular simple present documents, present participle documenting, simple past and past participle documented)

Origin of Document

Borrowed from Middle French document, from Latin documentum.

Document at a Glance

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/ˈdɒkjʊmənt/
MeaningAn original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing…
Pluraldocuments
Verb formsdocuments, documenting, documented

Frequently Asked Questions About Document

Is document a noun or a verb?

Document is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is the plural of document?

The plural of document is documents.

What is the past tense of document?

The past tense of document is documented. The present participle is documenting.