formalise
1. [ verb ] (law) declare or make legally valid
Synonyms: validate formalize
Related terms: invalidate authorize sign co-sign probate formalization
2. [ verb ] make formal or official
Synonyms: formalize
Examples:

"We formalized the appointment and gave him a title"

Related terms: declare ritualize formalization
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