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informal
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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