formality
/fɔːrˈmælɪti/ nom C1En français : formalité
- The state of being formal.
- Something said or done as a matter of form.
- A customary ritual without substance, real consequence, or unique meaning. · The examination for priesthood is no mere formality, so we have to study well.
- A specific requirement for obtaining a legal status, conducting a transaction, etc.
Pluriel formalities
Dans la bibliothèque
But Danglars had not reckoned upon the formalities of the police and the idleness of the posting-master.
“Without any inquiry, without any formality?”
“All the formalities have been gone through; the inquiry is already made.”
“But,” asked Danglars, in a timid tone, “how did you manage about the other formalities—the contract—the settlement?”
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