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formulary

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːmjʊləri/

Definition of formulary

noun (plural formularies)

  • 1a collection of set forms, especially for use in religious ceremonies.
  • 2an official list giving details of prescribable medicines.

adjective

  • relating to or using officially prescribed formulas.

Origin:

mid 16th century: the noun from French formulaire or medieval Latin formularius (liber) '(book) of formulae', from Latin formula (see formula); the adjective (early 18th century) is directly from formula

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