Meaning: Legal official in particular region never without books? The time between application and award is long and arduous, requiring the strict observance of formalities, details, time limits, and other deadlines. some of the formalities required for african state. a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor) scullion. n punctilio strict observance of formalities; n punctilio a fine point of etiquette or petty formality *** Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary. punctilio (strict observance of formalities) Antonym: nonobservance (a lack of conformity with law or custom or practice etc.) Avoid wedding formalities. scourge. Mr Clement Chukwuemeka said that there was no strict observance of the rule of law in the country. Keep minutes, hold regular shareholder and board meetings, maintain books, issue stock, and adopt a charter and by-laws - these are the essential formalities … the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest. Eschew nuptial formalities. saturnine. See more. punctilio: 1 n a fine point of etiquette or petty formality Type of: etiquette rules governing socially acceptable behavior n strict observance of formalities Type of: honoring , observance conformity with law or custom or practice etc. remonstrances. ties 1. The key to protection from liability for the shareholders, directors, and officers of a closely held corporation, and for members and managers of an LLC, is in carefully maintaining the separateness of the business entity through strict observance of business legal formalities. Keeping the corporate veil intact is relatively simple and straightforward: the key to piercing prevention is strict observance of all corporate formalities. The interim period between application and award requires the strict observance of formalities, details, time limits, and other deadlines. If the will should be contested, strict observance of the formalities will increase the reliability of proof presented to the court. Insist that formalities are observed. strict observance of formalities. Kill without legal sanction. repast. bitter or scornful. Without legal force. Punctilious definition, extremely attentive to punctilios; strict or exact in the observance of the formalities or amenities of conduct or actions. Derivation: observant ((of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs) observe (conform one's action or practice to) Sense 3. An established form, rule, or custom, especially one followed merely for the sake of procedure or decorum. Rigorous or ceremonious adherence to established forms, rules, or customs. Strict observance of formalities. Such a process requires the patience and guidance of the attorneys at the Sullivan Law Office who have helped countless clients forge through this complex, daunting, legal jungle … 2. 3. the food served and eaten at one time. Eschews nuptial formalities, say. n Punctilio A nice point of exactness in conduct, ceremony, or proceeding; particularity or exactness in forms; as, the punctilios of a public ceremony. The quality or condition of being formal.