formulation

noun

for·​mu·​la·​tion ˌfȯr-myə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce formulation (audio)
: 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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Kate Somerville’s rich and creamy formulation, aimed at firming and brightening the skin, contains 100% pure retinol that’s encapsulated in volcanic soil. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024 Nippon Paint expects the rise of electric vehicles (e.g. carbon fiber) and wind turbines (e.g. formulation for wind turbine nacelles, which house the turbines’ generators and gears) to boost the demand of AOC’s products, Nippon Paint said in a presentation to investors regarding the acquisition. John Kang, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 Fast lithium ion transfer is ensured by a fast ion conductor coating on the cathode, fast-charging graphite and novel nano-coating technologies for the anode, multi-gradient layered electrode design, and ultra-high conductivity electrolyte formulation. New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2024 The intrigue: Large ingredients players are investing resources in AI to develop formulations for new products, though the impact of those efforts isn't likely to hit for at least five years, Samuels says. Kimberly Chin, Axios, 21 Oct. 2024 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 16 Nov. 2024.

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