formalize

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Synonyms: normalize, formalise, formulize, formatize, formative, fortalice, formality, formalism, focalize, formalist, marmalize

Antonyms: normalize, formalise, formulize, formatize, formative, fortalice, formality, formalism, focalize, formalist, marmalize

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To give something a definite [[form]]; to [[shape]].
2. {{lb|en|intransitive}} To develop into a definite [[form]].
3. To give something a [[formal]] or [[official]] standing.
4. To act with [[formality]].
5. {{senseid|en|mathematics}}{{lb|en|mathematics}} To rigorously prove a mathematical result.

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