Formationalso

Formationalso is a recently proposed neologism that has not achieved a widely recognized definition in scholarly or technical literature. At present, it appears mainly in nascent online discussions and draft notes, without formal publication or consensus on its meaning. Because the term is not standardized, its interpretation varies among users.

Etymology and possible origins of the term are not settled. One plausible explanation is that it is a portmanteau blending “formational” with an informal suffix or particle such as “-so,” used in some communities to indicate a related or added dimension. Another possibility is that formationalso arose from a typographical or editorial concatenation of “formational” and “also,” rather than from a deliberate semantic construction. In the absence of authoritative usage, both explanations remain speculative.

Possible senses attributed to formationalso in informal contexts tend to share a common theme: an emphasis on an additional aspect of formation beyond a primary process. In linguistic or cognitive discussions, it might be invoked to denote formation processes that also produce auxiliary properties or functions. In materials science or geology, it could be used to describe formation phenomena that carry secondary characteristics. However, these readings are speculative and not supported by established definitions.

Usage and reception are currently limited. Readers encountering formationalso should seek clarification from the author about what is meant, and treat the term as informal or provisional. Until a formal definition or citation appears, formationalso should not be treated as a standard concept. See also formation, formative, and related neologisms in technical discourse.