punctilio

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Noun punctilio has 2 senses

punctilio - a fine point of etiquette or petty formality
--₁ is a kind of etiquette
punctilio - strict observance of formalities
--₂ is a kind of honoring, observance

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Punctilio

Noun - Sense 1:

A small detail or point of etiquette, often related to formalities and proper behavior.

"He was meticulous in observing every punctilio when it came to table manners."

Noun - Sense 2:

An exactitude in the observance of rules or conventions.

"The ambassador followed punctilio in diplomatic ceremonies."

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