tickler file

tickler file
noun
a file of memoranda or notices that remind of things to be done
Syn: ↑tickler
Hypernyms: ↑file, ↑data file

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noun
: a file that serves as a reminder and is arranged to bring matters to timely attention

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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 noun (esp N American)
A file containing memoranda, short notes, etc, to remind the user of facts, things to be done, etc
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Main Entry:tickle

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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