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1. formal
adjective. ['ˈfɔrməl'] being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress).
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. formal
adjective. ['ˈfɔrməl'] characteristic of or befitting a person in authority.
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
4. formal
adjective. ['ˈfɔrməl'] (of spoken and written language) adhering to traditional standards of correctness and without casual, contracted, and colloquial forms.
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
5. formal
noun. ['ˈfɔrməl'] a gown for evening wear.
Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
6. formal
adjective. ['ˈfɔrməl'] refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court.
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
7. formal
adjective. ['ˈfɔrməl'] logically deductive.
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
8. formal
noun. ['ˈfɔrməl'] a lavish dance requiring formal attire.
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
9. formal
adjective. ['ˈfɔrməl'] represented in simplified or symbolic form.
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Etymology
- formal (English)
- formel (Middle English (1100-1500))
- formel (Old French (842-ca. 1400))