formality

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n. 礼节, 拘谨, 正式手续 [化] 克式浓度

发音

US /fɔːrˈmælɪti/

词形变化

formalities 复数 formalities

释义与例句

n. C1
  1. 1.

    The state of being formal.

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  2. 2.

    Something said or done as a matter of form.

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  3. 3.

    A customary ritual without substance, real consequence, or unique meaning.

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    The examination for priesthood is no mere formality, so we have to study well.

  4. 4.

    A specific requirement for obtaining a legal status, conducting a transaction, etc.

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    1927, Ernest Bramah, Max Carrados Mysteries I expected some sort of formality before they let me see the crown—so valuable—but there was really nothing at all. I just said, "Can I see No. 64, please?" and he simply pulled one of the shallow drawers out of its case and put it down before me on the table.

词汇关系

名词

同义词 2

formalities formalness

反义词 1

informality

上位词 8

ceremony manner ceremonial compliance conformity abidance conformation observance

下位词 2

ceremoniousness stateliness

词源

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

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