formula
//ˈfɔːrmjələ//
Noun
formulaSingular
formulas, formulaePlural
1
A mathematical rule or equation expressed using symbols and numbers
The formula for calculating the area of a circle is πr².
2
A chemical representation showing the elements in a compound and their proportions
The chemical formula for water is H₂O.
3
A method, plan, or set of principles for achieving a particular result
The company developed a new formula for success in the global market.
4
A liquid food for infants, typically made from cow's milk or soy
The baby drinks formula from a bottle.
5
A fixed or conventional way of doing or saying something
The speech followed the usual formula of thanking everyone involved.