English Explanatory Dictionary

semiformal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Somewhat formal.
  2. Of clothing: having a level of formality between that of informal and formal wear.
  3. Of an event: having a semiformal dress code.
noun
  1. A social event in which one is expected to dress in semiformal wear.

Pronunciation

/ˌsɛmɪˈfɔːml/ /ˌsɛˌmaɪˈfɔrm(ə)l/ /ˌsɛmiˈfɔrm(ə)l/

Word forms

semiformal semi-formal semiformals

Etymology

From semi- + formal.

Related words

half dress

Derived words

semiformalization semiformally
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