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pro forma

adj

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin prō fōrmā.

  1. borrowed from prō fōrmā

Definitions

  1. Occurring, undertaken, or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or…

    Occurring, undertaken, or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or for the sake of formality.

    • For quotations using this term, see Citations:pro forma.

  2. Of or relating to a document of form, especially an invoice sent in advance.

  3. Showing projected costs, liabilities, etc., especially as a result of an expected action…

    Showing projected costs, liabilities, etc., especially as a result of an expected action or situation. (of a financial document)

  4. ›+ 2 more definitions

    1. Undertaken or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or for the sake…

      Undertaken or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or for the sake of politeness.

      • He greeted her pro forma.

    2. A document that shows the standard entries of a form or similar document.

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