To reduce to, or express in, a formula; to put in a clear and definite form of statement or expression.

put into words or an expression; "He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees"

Create something in a precise form, express clearly and exactly.

Design, compose, put together

to put together the details of a plan

elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses; "Could you develop the ideas in your thesis"

come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or priciple) after a mental effort; "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"

prepare according to a formula

Develop or devise.