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binomial theorem |
a general formula for expressing any power of a binomial expression without multiplying. |
blend |
the specific recipe or formula of a concoction. [1/9 definitions] |
bottle |
formula or cow's milk fed to infants in place of mother's milk, usu. contained in a bottle fitted with a nipple. [1/4 definitions] |
exorcism |
the ceremony or formula used in such a process. [1/2 definitions] |
formula |
made according to or being a formula. [1/6 definitions] |
formularize |
to express in a systematic or formulaic manner; reduce to a formula. |
formulary |
of, like, or pertaining to a formula or formulary. [1/3 definitions] |
formulate |
to express or represent as a formula. [1/3 definitions] |
formulize |
to reduce to a formula; express in a formula; formulate. |
FORTRAN |
a computer language using mathematical notation and used in scientific problems (acronym for "formula translation"). |
invocation |
a formula used for calling forth spirits or conjuring; incantation. [1/4 definitions] |
mantra |
a Hindu sacred formula to be spoken or sung in prayer. |
theorem |
in algebra, a rule expressed as a mathematical equation or formula. [1/2 definitions] |
trade secret |
something such as a formula, device, or process that is the guarded property of only one business or individual and provides an advantage over competitors in afield. |
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