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noun (plural formulae in scientific use, formulas in informal use)
  1. (mathematics) Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
<math>x = \frac {-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}</math> is the formula for finding the roots of the quadratic equation y = ax2 + bx + c.
  1. (chemistry) A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound.
H2O is the formula for water (Dihydrogen monoxide)
  1. A plan of action intended to solve a problem.
  2. A formulation; a prescription; a mixture or solution made in a prescribed manner; the identity and quanties of ingredients of such a mixture.
The formula of the rocket fuel has not been revealed.
Translations: 
  • Dutch: formule
  • French: formule
  • German: Formel
  • Italian: formula
    (trans-mid)
  • Spanish: fórmula
Etymology: From Latin, formula.


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