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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The model will be trained on large data sets of formulations and components for cosmetics. Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 18 Jan. 2025 This intensive stain remover reveals a white smile with its 35% carbamide peroxide formulation. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Jan. 2025 The formulation also contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, which promises Botox-life effects for smoothing expression lines around the forehead, eyes, and mouth. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025 The formulation of each product considered the needs of a diverse customer base. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025 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 23 Jan. 2025.

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