Phrase guide

well-formed formula

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A statement that is expressed in a valid, syntactically correct manner.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: human-sciences, logic, mathematics, philosophy, sciences

Examples

  • This program works correctly on all well-formed formulas but it blows up on illegal input.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: wff

Antonyms: none provided

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