Meaning of Formal | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Typical of or relative to the form.
2. An evening gown.
   countable, uncountable
3. Formalin.
   uncountable
4. That it adjusts to the norms established in his forming or behaviour.
5. An event with a formal dress code.
   countable, uncountable
6. An acetal formed from formaldehyde.
   countable, uncountable
7. Said of a person, that maintains a serious and compound attitude.
8. A formal parameter.
   countable, uncountable
9. Ellipsis of formal hall.
   abbreviation, alt-of, countable, ellipsis, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Well, I open up the door / And much to my surprise / The girls were wearin' formals / And the boys were wearin' ties”

“Jenny took Sam to her Year 12 formal.”

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