noun
formula
Formula (noun) means any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
noun
1
Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
2
A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound.
3
A plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result.
4
A formulation; a prescription; a mixture or solution made in a prescribed manner; the identity and quantities of ingredients of such a mixture.
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Etymology
Learned borrowing from Latin fōrmula (“a small pattern or mold, form, rule, principle, method, formula”), diminutive of forma (“a form”). See form.
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What is the meaning of formula?
"formula" (noun) means any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
What are the different meanings of formula?
"formula" has 3 main meanings: 1. Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically; 2. A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound; 3. A plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result.