formation
for
fɔr
fawr
ma
ˈmeɪ
mei
tion
ʃən
shēn
British pronunciation
/fɔːmˈe‍ɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "formation"in English

Formation
01

a grouping of people or objects that work together as a single entity

example
Examples
The soldiers moved into formation before the parade began.
The dancers practiced their formation for the performance.
02

the act of giving form to something in a particular manner

03

the act of forming or establishing something

04

the way something is arranged or organized in a particular pattern or structure

example
Examples
The rocks were found in a unique formation along the beach.
The cloud formation looked like a giant dragon.
05

(geology) a body of rock with a particular set of characteristics that make it distinct from the surrounding land

06

creation by mental activity

07

the process during which something is created or formed

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