Associations to the word «Formalize»

Wiktionary

FORMALIZE, verb. To give something a definite form; to shape.
FORMALIZE, verb. To give something a formal or official standing.
FORMALIZE, verb. To act with formality.

Dictionary definition

FORMALIZE, verb. Make formal or official; "We formalized the appointment and gave him a title".
FORMALIZE, verb. Declare or make legally valid.

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.