formation
noun
the act or process of forming or the state of being formed.
formations
-
pluralof formation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It’s not yet a destination for data-center developers, but most of the state sits on the Marcellus shale, one of the most prolific natural-gas-producing formations in the United States.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026
The Cappadocia region attracts tourists from around the world, who want to see the ancient fairy chimneys - tall, cone-shaped rock formations that are created by volcanic activity.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
Turkey's culture and tourism ministry has launched restoration work in the region to help preserve the fragile rock formations from climate-related damage, natural erosion and human activity.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
Mission scientists aim to reach the bottom of the yardang formations sometime in 2027.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
They passed craggy rock formations and rushing waterfalls and meadows lush with flowers.
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
