formation
nounDivide formation into syllables:
for · ma · tion
How to pronounce formation:
Definition of formation:
- formation (noun):
- the act of having or taking form or existence
- an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit.
- an act of giving form or shape to something or of taking form development
Synonyms for formation:
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