Formalize

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈfɔː(ɹ).mÉ™.laɪz/
• Rhymes: -ɔː(r)mÉ™laɪz

Alternative forms

• formalise

Origin

formal + -ize

Full definition of formalize

Verb

1. To give something a definite form; to shape.
2. To give something a formal or official standing.
3. To act with formality.

Derived terms

• formalizable