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   for·mu·la

   /ˈfôrmyələ/

   noun

   • 1. a mathematical relationship or rule expressed in symbols: "the formula for the capacitance of a spherical capacitor"
   • ▪ a set of chemical symbols showing the elements present in a compound and their relative proportions, and in some cases the structure of the compound.
   • 2. a list of ingredients for or constituents of something: "the soft drink company closely guards its secret formula"
   • ▪ a formulation: "an original coal tar formula that helps prevent dandruff" Similar preparationconcoctionmixturecompoundcreationsubstancecreamlotionliquidsolutionpotionapplicationpaste
   • ▪ an infant's liquid food preparation based on cow's milk or soy protein, given as a substitute for breast milk: "she put two bottles of formula in the fridge"
   • 3. a method, statement, or procedure for achieving something, especially reconciling different aims or positions: "the forlorn hope of finding a peace formula" Similar recipeprescriptionblueprintplanmethodproceduretechniquesystemrulesprinciplespreceptsmodus operandimechanismconventionritual
   • 4. a fixed form of words, especially one used in particular contexts or as a conventional usage: "a legal formula" Similar form of wordsset expressionphrasesayingaphorismcodeset of wordsset of symbolsrare:formulary
   • ▪ a rule or style unintelligently or slavishly followed: "one of those formula tunes"
   • ▪ a statement that formally enunciates a religious doctrine.
   • ▪ a stock epithet, phrase, or line repeated for various effects in literary composition, especially epic poetry.
   • 5. (usually followed by a number) a classification of race car, especially by engine capacity: "formula two"

   Word Origin early 17th century (in the sense ‘fixed form of words’): from Latin, diminutive of forma ‘shape, mold’.

   Scrabble Points: 12

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › formulaFormula Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   noun. for· mu· la ˈfȯr-myə-lə. plural formulas or formulae ˈfȯr-myə-ˌlē. -ˌlī. Synonyms of formula. 1. a. : a set form of words for use in a ceremony or ritual. b. : a conventionalized statement intended to express some fundamental truth or principle especially as a basis for negotiation or action. 2. a (1) : recipe.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFORMULA | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   FORMULA definition: 1. a standard or accepted way of doing or making something: 2. a mathematical rule expressed in a…. Learn more.

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   A formula lists the elements contained within it and indicates the number of atoms of each element with a subscript numeral if the number is more than 1. For example, H 2 O is the formula for water, where H 2 indicates two atoms of hydrogen and O indicates one atom of oxygen.

5. www.yourdictionary.com › formulaFormula Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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   Formula definition: A method of doing or treating something that relies on an established, uncontroversial model or approach. Dictionary Thesaurus

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › formulaFormula - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   A formula is generally a fixed pattern that is used to achieve consistent results. It might be made up of words, numbers, or ideas that work together to define a procedure to be followed for the desired outcome. Formulas, the patterns we follow in life, are used everywhere.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › formulaFormula - definition of formula by The Free Dictionary

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   A set of symbols showing the composition of a chemical compound. A formula lists the elements contained within it and indicates the number of atoms of each element with a subscript numeral if the number is more than 1. For example, H 2 O is the formula for water, where H 2 indicates two atoms of hydrogen and O indicates one atom of oxygen.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishformula noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of formula noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishFORMULA | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   FORMULA definition: 1. a plan or method that is used to achieve something: 2. a set of letters, numbers, or symbols…. Learn more.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishFORMULA definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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    A formula is a group of letters, numbers, or other symbols which represents a scientific or mathematical rule. He developed a mathematical formula describing the distances of the planets from the Sun. 4. countable noun.

11. www.britannica.com › dictionary › formulaFormula Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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    FORMULA meaning: 1 : a plan or method for doing, making, or achieving something often + for; 2 : a list of the ingredients used for making something (such as a medicine or a drink)