formulation

noun

for·​mu·​la·​tion ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce formulation (audio)
Synonyms of formulationnext
: an act or the product of formulating

Examples of formulation in a Sentence

his letter was a very accurate formulation of his thoughts on the matter
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However, healthcare providers sometimes prescribe specific formulations or higher doses when treating significant anemia. T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026 Each topic is presented first in its Islamic formulation and then in its Hindu counterpart, with the technical terms given side by side. Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026 Over-the-counter pain relief medications can take a few minutes to a few hours to work, depending on the type and formulation. Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 8 Apr. 2026 At the same time, global influence is reshaping the market, with brands from Korea, Japan, Brazil, Australia, and even Georgia introducing new formulations and philosophies. Iman Balagam, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for formulation

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of formulation was circa 1873

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“Formulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formulation. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.

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