ˈfɔ:mjulə n. (pl. formulas or (esp. in senses 1, 2) formulae) 1 Chem. a set of
chemical symbols
showing the constituents of a
substance and their relative proportions. 2
Math. a
mathematical rule expressed in symbols. 3 a a fixed
form of words,
esp.
one used on
social or
ceremonial occasions. b a rule unintelligently or slavishly followed; an established or
conventional usage. c a form of words embodying or enabling
agreement,
resolution of a
dispute, etc. 4 a a list of ingredients; a
recipe. b US an infant's
food made up
from a recipe. 5 a classification of racing
car, esp. by the
engine capacity. øøformulaic adj. formularize v.tr. (also -ise). formulize v.tr. (also -ise). [L, dimin. of forma FORM]