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Punctilio
01
the act of firmly respecting polite behavior in society
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
punctilios
Examples
The hostess displayed her punctilio by greeting each guest personally and ensuring their comfort throughout the evening.
02
a small or precise detail that is important in conduct, procedure, or ceremonial practices
Examples
During the knight ’s dubbing ceremony, each punctilio was followed, including the precise angle of the sword tap on his shoulder.
