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What is the noun for formal?

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formality
  1. (uncountable) The state of being formal.
  2. Something said or done as a matter of form.
  3. A customary ritual without new or unique meaning.
  4. (countable) A specific requirement for obtaining a legal status, conducting a transaction, etc.
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  6. Examples:
    1. “He bowed to her, in the distant formality of the rich, and then laughed as his hand caught on his sword, spoiling the movement.”
      “His cold formality of manner rendered his periodical visits to Rhoscadzhel somewhat dull to Lord Lamorna.”
      “They claimed the lender told them to sign the papers stating a business purpose strictly as a formality.”
formal
formalisation
  1. (British spelling) Alternative spelling of formalization
  2. Examples:
    1. “The formalisation of the agreement is a reflection of the quality of the service provided by TCM for our viewers.”
      “My understanding was that the signing of the wording would be nothing more than the formalisation of the agreement that had been reached.”
      “The formalisation of Australian nationhood occurred relatively late.”
formalizability
  1. The quality of being formalizable.
formalization
  1. The act of formalizing something.
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  3. Examples:
    1. “The result was virtually absolute control by the party through its own intelligence and the formalization of a system of spying on spies.”
      “That is to say, Trinitarian doctrine was moving towards formalization because it quite simply needed rules.”
      “And the creation of a civil service system after 1883 contributed measurably to the formalization of certain procedures within the departments.”
formalizer
  1. One who or that which formalizes.
formaliser
  1. Alternative form of formalizer
formalwear
  1. Clothing suited to formal occasions
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  3. Examples:
    1. “Many people probably said hello to Mary Vidler during the week when they went to pick up formalwear for the Business Awards.”
      “What's the latest trend in formalwear and what kind of tuxedo would you recommend?”
      “The boy was smartly dressed in formalwear for the occasion but the effect was ruined by his messy sandy hair.”
formalness
  1. Quality of being formal.
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  3. Examples:
    1. “With just the right degree of suave formalness, monk straps are not fussy about maintenance.”
formalizations
  1. plural of formalization
  2. Synonyms:
  3. Examples:
    1. “But once the scale changes, it is doubtful that we could encode the resulting complexity in such formalizations.”
      “Understanding these formalizations is not crucial for understanding the basic idea behind a Kratzerian semantics for 'ought' or the objections I ultimately raise against it.”
formalisers
  1. plural of formaliser
formalizers
  1. plural of formalizer
formalities
  1. plural of formality
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  3. Examples:
    1. “In this nation, there are no jury trials, and courts observe few formalities.”
      “And if we all were to do that, we would realize that we don't need to fight over formalities and semantics.”
      “Children capered around in awe of all the soldiers with weapons, and guests and dignitaries kept a respectful silence during the formalities.”
formals
  1. plural of formal
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  3. Examples:
    1. “Inside the elevator we were joined by two older ladies dressed in long formals.”
      “It has racks of formals, long ones, short ones, and at prices you won't believe.”
      “So folks, dress up in your formals, grab some bubbly and enjoy the mix of high culture and the glorious environment that is Opera at The Channon.”
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