structural formation (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: ˈstrʌktʃərəl fɔːrˈmeɪʃən
Definition
The way in which the parts of something are arranged or organized to create a particular shape, pattern, or system, especially referring to physical structures in nature or engineering.
Examples
Geologists studied the unique structural formation of the ancient rock layers.
The bridge's structural formation was designed to withstand strong winds and heavy loads.
Scientists analyzed the complex structural formation of the protein molecule to understand its function.
How to Use structural formation
- examine the structural formation (collocation)
- to carefully look at how something is built or arranged — "Engineers will examine the structural formation of the old bridge for any weaknesses."
- understand the structural formation (collocation)
- to comprehend the arrangement of parts in a structure — "It's crucial to understand the structural formation of a building before making any modifications."
- complex structural formation (collocation)
- a very intricate or complicated arrangement of parts — "The human brain has an incredibly complex structural formation."
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