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Meaning of Formula
A mathematical or scientific expression or rule used to solve a problem or calculate a value.
Definitions
- A mathematical statement or equation used to solve a problem or calculate a value
- * A standard or accepted way of doing something
- * A recipe or instruction for preparing or making something
Etymology of Formula
The word "formula" comes from the Latin "formula", meaning "a small form" or "a method", which is derived from "formulare", meaning "to form" or "to shape"
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe mathematical and scientific expressions, and has since been extended to other fields such as cooking and technology
Example Uses
- The formula for calculating the area of a circle is A = πr^2
- * The company uses a secret formula to make their sauce
- * The teacher gave the students a formula to help them solve the problem
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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