file away verb3 •To store in a file; to get rid of a document by placing it in a file or other storage.Would you help me file away these reports? •To cause oneself to remember (something); to avoid expressing a feeling, fact or idea until an appropriate time.His words hurt, but I'll file away my emotions until I can get my revenge. •To move away in a file.The soldiers filed way at a quick pace. formsfiled away · filing away · files away