formed

adjective

ˈfȯrmd How to pronounce formed (audio)
Synonyms of formednext
: organized in a way characteristic of living matter
mitochondria are formed bodies of the cell

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Impossible Foods is selling frozen packs of six pre-formed, quarter-pound patties for $13.99 at select grocery stores. —NBC News, 28 May 2021 Pre-formed wire skeletons are included to help give you a jump start. —Meghan Kavanaugh, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2020

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Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of formed was in 1565

Phrases Containing formed

Dictionary Entries Near formed

forme

formed

formed coil

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“Formed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formed. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.

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