format

noun
UK /ˈfɔː.mæt/
US /ˈfɔːr.mæt/

The way something is arranged or set up.

Please save the file in a format that everyone can open.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The size and shape of a book or magazine.

The magazine is published in a large format.

3. To prepare a computer disk so it can store data.

You need to format the new drive before using it.

4. The general style or appearance of a TV show or event.

The show follows a talk-show format.