to be observant of forms

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• Observant — Ob*serv ant, n. 1. One who observes forms and rules. [Obs.] Hooker. [1913 Webster] 2. A sycophantic servant. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] Silly ducking observants, That stretch their duties nicely. Shak. [1913 Webster] 3. (R. C. Ch.) An Observantine.… …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

• Ceremonial — Cer e*mo ni*al, a. [L. caerimonialis: cf. F. c[ e]rimonial. See {Ceremony}.] 1. Relating to ceremony, or external rite; ritual; according to the forms of established rites. [1913 Webster] Ceremonial observances and outward show. Hallam. [1913… …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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