verb
formalize
Formalize (verb) means to give something a clear and fixed shape.
verb
1
To give something a clear and fixed shape.
2
To grow into a clear and fixed shape.
"We have more fun and exciting fundraisers planned, and we're trying to carefully budget them so they don't cut into your life savings. As they formalize, we'll widely publicize these events."
— Marsha Levine, Pride '84 (1984)
3
To make something official.
4
To behave in a formal, correct way.
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formalise
validate
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Rhymes for formalize
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What is the meaning of formalize?
"formalize" (verb) means to give something a clear and fixed shape.
What is another word for formalize?
Other words for "formalize" include formalise, validate.
What are the different meanings of formalize?
"formalize" has 3 main meanings: 1. To give something a clear and fixed shape; 2. To grow into a clear and fixed shape; 3. To make something official.
