formal — meaning in English

English meaning

• adjective noun A word that describes or modifies a noun, such as "tall," "blue," or "happy."
• formal adj Following official or established rules and conventions.

Senses

formal is used for these senses in English:

• adjective (legal) Applying to methods of enforcement and rules of procedure.
• formal In accordance with established forms.
• formal Relating to the form or structure of something.
• formal (mathematics, philosophy) Relating to mere manipulation and construction of strings of symbols, without regard to their meaning.

formal — full definition

1. adj Following official or established rules and conventions.
2. adj Following strict, precise rules or methods, as in logic or science.

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