formula

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/ˈfɔː.mjʊ.lə/ English

Definitions

Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound.“H2O is the formula for water.”
A plan or method for dealing with a problem or for achieving a result.“The company's winning formula includes excellent service and quality products.”
A formulation; a prescription; a mixture or solution made in a prescribed manner; the identity and quantities of ingredients of such a mixture.“The formula of the rocket fuel has not been revealed.”

A manufactured food simulating human breast milk, designed to be fed to babies and infants under 12 months of age.