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English word formal comes from Ancient Greek μόρφα, Ancient Greek μόρφη, Ancient Greek μορφή, and later Latin forma (A map. Appearance. Beauty. Shape; figure; form.)
μόρφα (Ancient Greek)
μόρφη (Ancient Greek)
μορφή (Ancient Greek)
forma (Latin)
A map. Appearance. Beauty. Shape; figure; form.
forme (French)
Form. Shape (geometrical representation). Shape (physical appearance).
formalis (Latin)
Formal. Serving as a model. Theoretical. Titular.
formel (Old French)
formel (Middle English)
formal (English)
(programming) A formal parameter.. (uncountable) Formalin.. An evening gown.. An event with a formal dress code. (mathematics) Relating to mere manipulation and construction of strings of symbols, without regard to their meaning.. Being in accord with established forms.. Ceremonial or traditional.. Official.. Organized; well-structured and planned.. Proper, according to strict etiquette; not [...]