Folder vs. Dossier

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Difference Between Folder and Dossier
Foldernoun
An organizer that papers are kept in, usually with an index tab, to be stored as a single unit in a filing cabinet.
I keep all my schoolwork in a yellow folder.Dossiernoun
A collection of papers and/or other sources, containing detailed information about a particular person or subject, together with a synopsis of their content.
Foldernoun
(computing) A virtual container in a computer's file system, in which files and other folders may be stored. The files and subfolders in a folder are usually related.
My essays are in the folder named "Essays".Dossiernoun
a collection of papers containing detailed information about a particular person or subject (usually a person's record)
Foldernoun
A machine or person that folds things.
Foldernoun
A folding knife.
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Foldernoun
a small book usually having a paper cover
Foldernoun
covering that is folded over to protect the contents