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Dictionary definition for: Format
1. (n) the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)
2. (v) set (printed matter) into a specific format; "Format this letter so it can be printed out"
3. (n) the general appearance of a publication
4. (v) determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)
5. (v) divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data; "Please format this disk before entering data!"
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