What does FICHE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A small piece of microfilm containing a single document, typically a page from a library catalog or index.
2. A device for holding microfilm and making it easily readable.

Pronunciations:

• US: /fiːʃ/
• UK: /fiːʃ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fiche" originated from the French word "ficher" which means "to fix" or "to fasten". It was first used in English in the late 19th century to refer to a small piece of microfilm. Today, it is commonly used in libraries and archives to refer to a microfilm document or the device used to read it.

Synonyms:

• Microfiche
• Microfilm

Related Words:

• Chive
• Fable
• Gauge
• Hedge
• Pouch

Example Sentences:

1. The librarys catalog is available on fiche.
2. She used a fiche reader to view the microfilm.