v. t. | 1. | To reduce to, or express in, a formula; to put in a clear and definite form of statement or expression. |
Verb | 1. | formulate - elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses; "Could you develop the ideas in your thesis" |
2. | formulate - come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or priciple) after a mental effort; "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light" | |
3. | formulate - put into words or an expression; "He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees" | |
4. | formulate - prepare according to a formula |