-
the
proper
or
conventional
behavior
on
some
solemn
occasion; "
an
inaugural
ceremony"
-
Behavior
regulated
by
strict
etiquette;
a
formal
method
of
performing
acts
of
civility;
forms
of
civility
prescribed
by
custom
or
authority.
-
A
ceremonial
symbols;
an
emblem,
as
a
crown,
scepter,
garland,
etc.
-
A
sign
or
prodigy;
a
portent.
-
A
sacred
rite;
as,
the
marriage
ceremony;
a
prescribed
formality;
behavior
regulated
by
the
laws
of
strict
etiquette.
-
A
sacred
rite:
the
outward
form,
religious
or
otherwise.
-
A
rite;
observance;
formality.
-
Ceremonial.
-
A
formal
act,
rite,
or
observance;
formal
civility.
-
A
prescribed
form
of
observance
of
a
more
or
less
religious
and
solemn
nature;
the
celebration
of
it;
prescribed
formality.
Master
of
ceremonies,
one
who
sees
that
the
due
forms
are
observed.
-
Ar
act
or
series
of
acts,
often
of
a
symbolical
character,
prescribed
by
law,
custom,
or
authority,
in
the
conduct
of
important
matters,
as
in
the
performance
of
religious
duties,
the
transaction
of
affairs
of
state,
and
the
celebration
of
notable
events;
-
Outward
forms
or
rites
in
religion;
formal
rules
or
regulations;
certain
kinds
of
social
intercourse;
state
etiquette.
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