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formality

for·ma·lity

UK/fɔːrˈmælɪti/ US/fɔˈrmælʌti/ fairly common

noun

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2.

a manner that strictly observes all forms and ceremonies

  • “the formality of his voice made the others pay him close attention”
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3.

compliance with formal rules

Origin

From Middle French formalité. equivalent to formal + -ity.

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