pro forma
advEtymology Borrowed from Latin prō fōrmā.
1
Undertaken or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or for the sake of politeness.
- He greeted her pro forma.
pro forma
adjEtymology Borrowed from Latin prō fōrmā.
1
Occurring, undertaken, or performed as a perfunctory matter, in the interest of form, or for the sake of formality.
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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 or situation. (of a financial document)