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in·for·mal [ in fáwrm'l ]

adjective

Definition:

1. free of ceremony: relaxed and casual rather than ceremonious and stiff

2. unofficial: not officially prepared, organized, or sanctioned

The two sides in the conflict held informal talks.

3. casual and everyday: suitable for casual or everyday situations

informal dress

4. language colloquial: more appropriate in spoken than written form

in·for·mal·i·ty [ ìn fawr mállətee ] noun

in·for·mal·ly [ in fáwrm'lee ] adverb

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