Medical term:
formation
formation
[for-ma´shun]1. the process of giving shape or form; the creation of an entity, or of a structure of definite shape.
2. a structure of definite shape.
chiasma formation the process by which a chiasma is formed; it is the cytologic basis of genetic recombination, or crossing over.
compromise formation in psychoanalysis a substituted idea or act representing and permitting partial expression of a repressed conflict.
concept formation the ability to organize a variety of information to form thoughts and ideas, a cognitive performance component in occupational therapy.
reaction formation a defense mechanism in which a person adopts conscious attitudes, interests, or feelings that are the opposites of unconscious feelings, impulses, or wishes. For example, a person may use revulsion or repugnance to defend against an unconscious desire or attraction.
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for·ma·tion
(fōr-mā'shŭn), [TA]1. A formation; a structure of definite shape or cellular arrangement.
2. That which is formed.
3. The act of giving form and shape.
Synonym(s): formatio (1) [TA]
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for·ma·tion
(fōr-mā'shŭn)1. Shape, configuration, arrangement; the way in which anything is formed.
2. That which is so formed.
3. The act of giving form and shape.
Synonym(s): formatio (1) [TA] .
Synonym(s): formatio (1) [TA] .
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formation
any of the main natural vegetation types extending over a large area that is created by the nature of the climate. Examples include tundra, steppe, rainforest and coniferous forest.Collins Dictionary of Biology, 3rd ed. © W. G. Hale, V. A. Saunders, J. P. Margham 2005
for·ma·tion
(fōr-mā'shŭn)1. A structure of definite shape or cellular arrangement.
2. That which is formed.
3. The act of giving form and shape.
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for·ma·ti·o·nes
(fōr-mā-shē-ō'nēz),Plural of formatio.
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formationes
Plural of formatio.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
formatio
(for-mā′shē-ō) plural.formationes [L.]A structure with definite arrangement and shape.
formatio reticularis
The dorsal part of the medulla oblongata.
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