Datafile and Document

noun

• Writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature.
  • synonyms: written document, papers
• Anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks.
• A written account of ownership or obligation.
• Computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using seven-bit ASCII characters.
  • synonyms: text file

verb

• Record in detail.
  • usage: "The parents documented every step of their child's development"
• Support or supply with references.
  • usage: "Can you document your claims"

• (v.t.) To teach; to school.
• (n.) An original or official paper relied upon as the basis, proof or support of anything else; -- in its most extended sense, including any writing, book or other instrument conveying information in the case; any material substance on which the thoughts of men are represented by any species of conventional mark or symbol.
• (n.) An example for instruction or warning.
• (n.) That which is taught or authoritatively set forth; precept; instruction; dogma.
• (v.t.) To furnish with documents or papers necessary to establish facts or give information; as, a a ship should be documented according to the directions of law.

1. Noun: a paper which establishes certain facts or attempts to bring about a certain result. 2. Verb: to set out events, facts or beliefs in written form.