What does Formula mean?

Definitions for Formula
ˈfɔr myə lə; -ˌlifor·mu·la

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. formula, expressionnoun

    a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement

  2. recipe, formulanoun

    directions for making something

  3. formulanoun

    a conventionalized statement expressing some fundamental principle

  4. formula, chemical formulanoun

    a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements

  5. convention, normal, pattern, rule, formulanoun

    something regarded as a normative example

    "the convention of not naming the main character"; "violence is the rule not the exception"; "his formula for impressing visitors"

  6. formulanoun

    a liquid food for infants

  7. rule, formulanoun

    (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems

    "he determined the upper bound with Descartes' rule of signs"; "he gave us a general formula for attacking polynomials"

Wiktionary

  1. formulanoun

    Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.

    uE000102967uE001 is the formula for finding the roots of the quadratic equation y = ax + bx + c.

  2. formulanoun

    A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound.

    HO is the formula for water (Dihydrogen monoxide)

  3. formulanoun

    A plan of action intended to solve a problem.

  4. formulanoun

    A formulation; a prescription; a mixture or solution made in a prescribed manner; the identity and quantities of ingredients of such a mixture.

    The formula of the rocket fuel has not been revealed.

  5. formulanoun

    Drink given to babies to substitute for mother's milk.

  6. formulanoun

    A syntactic expression of a proposition, built up from quantifiers, logical connectives, variables, relation and operation symbols, and, depending on the type of logic, possibly other operators such as modal, temporal, deontic or epistemic ones.

  7. Etymology: From formula, diminutive of forma; see form.

ChatGPT

  1. formula

    A formula is a concise way of expressing information symbolically or a standard procedure for solving a certain type of problem. It is a rule or principle, usually in mathematical or scientific context, expressed in symbols. It often involves constants and variables and is used to calculate or predict an outcome.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Formulanoun

    a prescribed or set form; an established rule; a fixed or conventional method in which anything is to be done, arranged, or said

  2. Formulanoun

    a written confession of faith; a formal statement of foctrines

  3. Formulanoun

    a rule or principle expressed in algebraic language; as, the binominal formula

  4. Formulanoun

    a prescription or recipe for the preparation of a medicinal compound

  5. Formulanoun

    a symbolic expression (by means of letters, figures, etc.) of the constituents or constitution of a compound

  6. Etymology: [L., dim. of forma form, model. SeeForm, n.]

Wikidata

  1. Formula

    In science, a formula is a concise way of expressing information symbolically as in a mathematical or chemical formula. The informal use of the term formula in science refers to the general construct of a relationship between given quantities. The plural of formula can be spelled either as formulas or formulae. In mathematics, a formula is an entity constructed using the symbols and formation rules of a given logical language. For example, determining the volume of a sphere requires a significant amount of integral calculus; but, having done this once, mathematicians can produce a formula to describe the volume in terms of some other parameter. This particular formula is: Having obtained this result, and knowing the radius of the sphere in question, we can quickly and easily determine its volume. Note that the volume V and the radius r are expressed as single letters instead of words or phrases. This convention, while less important in a relatively simple formula, means that mathematicians can more quickly manipulate larger and more complex formulae. In modern chemistry, a chemical formula is a way of expressing information about the proportions of atoms that constitute a particular chemical compound, using a single line of chemical element symbols, numbers, and sometimes other symbols, such as parentheses, brackets, and plus and minus signs. For example, H2O is the chemical formula for water, specifying that each molecule consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. Similarly, O− 3 denotes an ozone molecule consisting of three oxygen atoms and having a net negative charge.

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary

  1. Formula

    form′ū-la, n. a prescribed form: a formal statement of doctrines: (math.) a general expression for solving problems: (chem.) a set of symbols expressing the components of a body:—pl. Formulæ (form′ū-lē), Form′ulas.—adjs. Form′ular, Formularis′tic.—ns. Formularisā′tion, Formulā′tion; Form′ulary, a formula: a book of formulæ or precedents.—adj. prescribed: ritual.—vs.t. Form′ulāte, Form′ulise, to reduce to or express in a formula: to state or express in a clear or definite form. [L., dim. of forma.]

Editors Contribution

  1. formula

    A perfect and accurate specific creation.

    The formula for the response is created easily, effectively and efficiently to meet the current choices and agreements.


    Submitted by MaryC on May 3, 2020  


  2. formula

    A perfect, accurate and specific mathematical creation.

    The formula for the answer is created easily, effectively and efficiently.


    Submitted by MaryC on May 3, 2020  


  3. formula

    A perfect, accurate and specific rule or principle.

    The formula was easy , the solution was expressed and worked.


    Submitted by MaryC on February 8, 2020  

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British National Corpus

  1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'Formula' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3753

  2. Written Corpus Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'Formula' in Written Corpus Frequency: #2893

  3. Nouns Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'Formula' in Nouns Frequency: #1324

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of Formula in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of Formula in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of Formula in a Sentence

  1. Monisha Kaltenborn:

    We are convinced that Longbow Finance S.A. is the perfect partner to again make the team competitive and successful in Formula One, at the same time the new structure will allow us to finally further expand our third party business in which we commercialize our know-how.

  2. George Russell and Nicholas Latifi:

    The Williams Racing team is truly saddened by the passing of our founder Sir Sir Frank, sir Frank was a legend and icon of our sport. Sir Frank passing marks the end of an era for our team and for the sport of Formula 1. Sir Frank was one of a kind and a true pioneer. Despite considerable adversity in Sir Frank life, Sir Frank led our team to 16 World Championships, making us one of the most successful teams in the history of the sport.

  3. Albert Einstein:

    If A equals success, then the formula is A equals X plus Y plus Z. X is work. Y is play. Z is keep your mouth shut.

  4. Zurenko Family:

    Because it's worse than having no gas, at least if you have no gas, you just sit at home. If you don't have formula — babies are going to die or be malnourished.

  5. The Mercedes driver:

    It is not the easiest because, yes, we are traveling around the world and we are racing Formula One cars. Our carbon footprint for sure is higher than the average homeowner that lives in the same city, but it doesn't mean you should be afraid to speak out about things that can be for a positive change.

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