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noun |
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formulae, formulas |
definition 1: |
a rule or procedure expressed in a standard way in words or symbols.
We use the formula "one-half base times height," or "bh/2," to find the area of a triangle.
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definition 2: |
a conventional model for doing something.
These novels of the Old West were often written according to an established plot formula. |
definition 3: |
a list of ingredients or steps of procedure; recipe.
The formula for making the special dye was kept a strict secret.I wish there were some easy formula for raising children. |
definition 4: |
in chemistry, a set of symbols that represents the structure or composition of a substance.
The formula for carbon dioxide is CO2. |
definition 5: |
a liquid food containing milk for feeding infants.
Most baby formulas contain cow's milk.- similar words:
- bottle
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related words: |
blend, method, mix, plan |
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part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
made according to or being a formula.
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derivations: |
formulaic (adj.), formulaically (adv.) |
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