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Formulate

FAW-rmyuh-layt

/ˈfɔːrmjʌˌleɪt/

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formulate

Dictionary meaning

Elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses.

Examples

  • They formulated their concerns to the board of trustees.
  • We worked together and formulated a plan.

Synonyms: develop

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