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for-MAYSHUN/fɔːˈmeɪʃn/

Formation is the process of forming, or an arrangement: cloud formation; formation of a government; in formation (aircraft). Form is the verb/noun already in the dictionary. Shape is everyday for objects. Cloud formation delayed the paper. Do not use formation for a single cloud.

Meaning

The process of being formed; also a particular arrangement or shape.

Examples

• “Cloud formation over the Pennines delayed the afternoon paper.”
• “Talks on the formation of a coalition ran overnight, which is the politics sense.”

Good to know

cloud / rock formation; the formation of a government; in formation. Verb: form. Geography, chemistry, and politics. Process or pattern.

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