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formality

[fɔ:ˈmæləti] [fɔrˈmæləti]
  • 复数:formalities;
  • 相关单词 informality
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    柯林斯高阶英汉双解学习词典释义
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      形式;仪式;俗套
      If you say that an action or procedure is just a formality, you mean that it is done only because it is normally done, and that it will not have any real effect on the situation.
      例句
      With the Cold War almost over, the talks were a mere formality. 随着冷战即将结束,对话就只是一种形式了。
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      程序;正式手续
      Formalities are formal actions or procedures that are carried out as part of a particular activity or event.
      例句
      They are whisked through the immigration and customs formalities in a matter of minutes. 给他们办理入境和通关手续只用了短短几分钟时间。
    英汉词典释义
    • n.
      拘泥形式, 拘谨;遵守礼节
      There’s no time for formality in everyday life. 在日常生活中没有时间讲究礼节。
      正式手续
      We’ll have to observe the formalities. 我们得按手续办事。
      形式上的措施
      The manager’s signature was just a formality. 经理的签字只是一种形式。
    英英词典释义
    • Noun
      1. a requirement of etiquette or custom
      2. a manner that strictly observes all forms and ceremonies
      3. compliance with formal rules
    行业词典
    • 法律: 手续;要式;程式;