formats

noun

plural of format
1
as in layouts
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the book's format is very user-friendly

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2
as in designs
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged this abstract painter bases the format of his works on color and its subtle gradations and not line or form

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Recent Examples of formats New formats and models Some companies in China are going further to upend entertainment. — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026 Beverages tablets and vapes already offer experiences with little to no traditional cannabis odor, Pih points out, and even smokeable and vapeable formats are getting more discreet through better formulation. — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Their holdings consist of records in a variety of languages and formats. — Chloe Veltman, NPR, 9 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for formats
  1. layouts
  2. designs
  3. formations
  4. compositions
  5. patterns
  6. themes
Noun
  • Images from China over the years have shown a mockup of the presidential office, other government agencies and street layouts in Taipei built in the Chinese desert and troops attacking it in exercises.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of layouts
Noun
  • An internal skunkworks was set up in California with a brief to rethink the idea of a universal EV platform from the ground up, taking into account the advances made by EV startups and clean-sheet designs both in the US but especially China.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026
  • In 1912, the pen cases were acquired by Louis Cartier as reference pieces for his jewelry designs.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of designs
Noun
  • The dramatic rock formations and suspension bridge make this one of the region’s most memorable walks.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026
  • During the first three practices of training camp, Sadiq was used in a variety of formations and roles.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of formations
Noun
  • The Pulse can perform much more intricate compositions than, say, a pair of industrial robot arms, and can work directly off of digital notations without the need for custom programming.
    — Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The finished album also reaches much further back, reviving three previously unheard songs Young originally wrote in 1963 alongside newer compositions.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of compositions
Noun
  • The small spaces between leaves will dapple patterns of the eclipse phase on the ground.
    — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The rise in deadly crashes has some drivers concerned about navigating the construction zone, particularly with lane shifts and changing traffic patterns.
    — Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of patterns
Noun
  • Empire of the Sun, the other top Aussie act in the mix, followed Disco Lines with its usual/unusual brand of futuristic, culturally convoluted and yet entirely well-received (at least by the Outside Lands fans) mix of themes and sounds.
    — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • For a customized meal, head next door to the new Chef’s Table, where guests gather around a 10-seat table and have menus, pairings and themes tailored to their whims.
    — Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of themes

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“Formats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formats. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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