VDict - Definition of formative

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formative

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Adjective

forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning
- a formative influence
- a formative experience

capable of forming new cells and tissues
- a formative zone in developing bone

Noun

minimal language unit that has a syntactic (or morphological) function

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Synonyms:
shaping plastic

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