formula Definition

formula
noun formulae, formulas

1. The combination of ingredients used in a product, etc.
2. A method or rule of procedure, especially a successful one.

Thesaurus: custom, principal, ritual, code, credo, way, precept, method, modus operandi, rubric, rule of thumb.
3. chem.
A combination of chemical symbols that represents the chemical composition of a particular substance.
4. math.physics.
A mathematical equation or expression, or a physical law, that represents the relationship between various quantities, and is usually expressed in numerical figures and letters, eg E=mc2.
5. An established piece of wording used by convention eg in religious ceremonies or legal proceedings.
6. A term used for classifying racing cars acccording to engine size.

Example: Formula One racing
(N Amer)
7. Powdered milk for babies.

Derivative: formulaic
adj

Etymology: 16c: Latin diminutive of forma form.