Homophones are the words that sound the same, yet have different meanings. In this article we will see the difference between Phial and File and their correct usages.
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Phial Vs File
Phial: (n) a small cylindrical glass bottle, typically used for medical samples or for potions or medicines; a vial
For e.g.
- The teacher handed out small phials of liquid for the students to use in their experiments.
- Cough syrups are usually sold in phials.
File: (n) a folder or box for holding loose papers together and in order for easy reference.
For e.g
- You can stand in a single file and await your chance to enter the office.
- She opened the file and began to read.