Ceremonial Act
/ˌsɛrəˈmoʊniəl ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal action performed according to prescribed rites or customs, often in legal, governmental, or religious contexts.
The signing of the treaty was a ceremonial act observed with great solemnity.
Forms
- ceremonial acts
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Commentary
The term typically implies performance of prescribed formalities without substantive legal effect, but which may carry symbolic or procedural significance.
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