Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
formal-system
Noun
/ˈfɔːrməl ˈsɪstəm/
Definition
A formal system is a set of rules and symbols used to generate and manipulate expressions within a logical framework.
Examples
- A formal system can be used to prove mathematical theorems.
- In computer science, programming languages are often defined as formal systems.
- Logic puzzles often rely on understanding the underlying formal system of rules.
Meaning
Formal systems provide a structure for reasoning, typically in mathematics or logic, where symbols represent concepts and the rules govern their use.
Synonyms
- Logical system
- Formal language
- Symbolic system
