Formation Definition
formation
noun
- an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit; "a defensive formation"; "a formation of planes"
- the act of fabricating something in a particular shape
- the act of forming or establishing something; "the constitution of a PTA group last year"; "it was the establishment of his reputation"; "he still remembers the organization of the club"
- (geology) the geological features of the earth
- a particular spatial arrangement
- natural process that causes something to form; "the formation of gas in the intestine"; "the formation of crystals"; "the formation of pseudopods"
- creation by mental activity; "the formation of sentences"; "the formation of memories"
"Formation" in song lyrics
See how formation is used in real songs:
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"On my side when we ride in synchronized formation,"
Big Syke — Till the End -
"Funky Nation, the new formation"
Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. — New Funky Nation -
"I step in military formation"
Brother El — Fade It
Words that rhyme with formation
Usage tips for "formation"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "formation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for formation to find words that pair well.