formulation — the action of creating or preparing something according to a formula
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of creating or preparing something according to a formula
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌfɔːrmjuˈleɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The formulation of the perfect pizza recipe took him 10 years and 1000 failed attempts.
- The formulation of environmental policies requires input from various stakeholders.
- His formulation of the excuse was so creative that even his teacher was impressed.
formulation
NOUN[/ˌfɔːrmjuˈleɪʃən/]
the action of creating or preparing something according to a formula
the action of creating or preparing something according to a formula
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin formula, meaning 'small form' or 'fixed form of words'. In ancient Rome, formula referred to a standardized verbal or written form used in legal documents and religious rituals, eventually extending to any prescribed or conventional method.
Breakdown
formula (Latin: fixed form, rule) + -tion (suffix forming nouns of action or state). The suffix -tion converts the noun formula into formulation, denoting the action or process of creating or expressing something in a formula.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The formulation of the perfect pizza recipe took him 10 years and 1000 failed attempts.”
“The formulation of environmental policies requires input from various stakeholders.”
“His formulation of the excuse was so creative that even his teacher was impressed.”
“The pharmaceutical company spent millions on the formulation of this new drug.”
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