punctilio
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iˌoʊ noun, plural punc·til·i·os for 1.
1.
a fine point, particular, or detail, as of conduct, ceremony, or procedure.
2.
strictness or exactness in the observance of formalities or amenities.
Origin:
1590–1600; alteration of Italian puntiglio < Spanish puntillo, diminutive of punto < Latin pūnctum point
1590–1600; alteration of Italian puntiglio < Spanish puntillo, diminutive of punto < Latin pūnctum point
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punctilio (pʌŋkˈtɪlɪˌəʊ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -os | |
| 1. | strict attention to minute points of etiquette |
| 2. | a petty formality or fine point of etiquette |
| [C16: from Italian puntiglio small point, from punto point, from Latin punctum point] | |
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Punctilio
is always a great word to know.
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Example sentences
They really seem to show a readiness to stand on punctilio and ceremony.
No mission should ever be compromised by diplomatic punctilio.
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