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format

noun

ˈfȯr-ˌmat How to pronounce format (audio)
Definition of formatnext
1
as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the book's format is very user-friendly

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2
as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form

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Recent Examples of format Lucas’ Wagyu can also be found in steak format and in a pasta Bolognese. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026 The United Arab Emirates’ Dubai Interntional Film Festival is being revived following a 10-year hiatus, although not in the same format as the original event. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 The piece reprises a format used in 2017 by Sierra to confront the Syrian Civil War, which had begun in 2011 and continued until December 2024. — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 17 Sep. 2026 Officials have long pointed to data suggesting the format was popular among fans despite some mixed reviews from drivers since its debut in 2021. — Luke Smith, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for format
Recent Examples of Synonyms for format
  1. layout
  2. design
  3. formation
  4. composition
  5. pattern
  6. theme
Noun
  • The construction moved the equivalent of about 500 Olympic swimming pools’ worth of earth, part of which was reused to shape Madring’s layout.
    — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Rooms Each of the 154 rooms and 54 suites at Hôtel Plaza Athénée is a bespoke creation—layouts range from opulent, classic 18th-century Parisian grandeur to sleek Art Deco design, including spaces designed by Bruno Moinard and Claire Bétaille.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of layout
Noun
  • Crsbr opens design options The researchers measured conversion across a microwave bandwidth of roughly 300 megahertz.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Roman design studio Roselli Architetti was enlisted to restore it into one building without forgetting its history; the result is a striking design that blends ancient artifacts with retro midcentury flooring and contemporary furnishings.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of design
Noun
  • Another option is to tweak the formation and switch to a five-at-the-back shape with wing-backs.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The occasion is SkyAd, a new venture from Heads in the Sky co-founder Kevin Prince that turns formations of illuminated drones into temporary billboards.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of formation
Noun
  • The technique uses reflected light from a laser popped at a target to see the molecular structure of a mineral, which in turn reveals the mineral's composition.
    — Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • This tension is often subtext enough, and it’s accentuated by cinematographer Adric Watson’s tight and dirty frames, which confine Maya and Arti through astute visual composition, as the reality of their cushy lives is gradually illuminated.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of composition
Noun
  • This pattern is likely to continue away to Manchester United in the third round of the Carabao Cup next week — Steele kept goal at Old Trafford for a 2-1 win in the third round of the FA Cup in January.
    — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Many scientists, however, have expressed fears that solar geoengineering could have disastrous global implications, including dramatically altering weather patterns.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of pattern
Noun
  • The amount of business done between Premier League clubs quickly emerged as the defining theme of this summer’s transfer window.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • At San Sebastián, the film is also in contention for the Sebastiane Award, an honor for films exploring LGBTQIA+ themes and experiences.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of theme

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“Format.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/format. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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