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Definition formalize in American English

formalize verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈfɔrməˌlaɪz/
1

to make something such as a plan, system, or agreement official

Example

Plans have been formalized to set up a factory to produce cars in North Carolina.

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Definition formalize in American English