'To form on' definitions:

Definition of 'To form on'

From: GCIDE
  • Form \Form\, v. i.
  • 1. To take a form, definite shape, or arrangement; as, the infantry should form in column. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. To run to a form, as a hare. --B. Jonson. [1913 Webster]
  • To form on (Mil.), to form a lengthened line with reference to (any given object) as a basis. [1913 Webster]