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Formality

noun

/fɔːrˈmæl.ə.ti/

Meaning

the rigid observance of rules of convention or etiquette; a thing done simply to comply with requirements

the rigid observance of rules or customs, especially in social or official situations

The signing of the contract was just a formality; the deal was already agreed upon.

The interview was just a formality since he was already selected.

mere formality

ceremony, protocol, procedure, convention, custom, ritual

Entry 1

ceremony, protocol, procedure, convention

Entry 2

procedure, convention, custom, protocol, ritual

informality, casualness, spontaneity, flexibility

Entry 1

informality, casualness, spontaneity, flexibility

Entry 2

informality, casualness

mere formality, legal formality, observe formalities, social formality, follow formality

Entry 1

mere formality, legal formality, observe formalities

Entry 2

legal formality, social formality, mere formality, follow formality

a close-fitting jacket worn by men in the Renaissance; also, a pair of similar things

places on opposite sides of the Earth; also refers to things that are direct opposites

the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box

starchy foodstuff obtained from the pith of various tropical palm stems

an unexpected and unfortunate event or disagreement; a minor dispute

extensive knowledge acquired through reading and study