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• n., 1. The outer shape or structure of something, as distinguished from its substance or matter. 2. Established behavior or procedure, usu. according to custom or rule. 3. A model; a sample; an example. 4. The customary method of drafting legal documents, usu. with fixed words, phrases, and sentences. 5. A legal document with blank spaces to be filled in by the drafter. [Black’s Law Dictionary, 8th ed. c2004]
• n., Rules of representation that determine the appearance of an entity and convey its meaning. See also: documentary form; format; overall presentation.
• n., The contents or structure of a document distinguished from its substance. [The Dictionary of Canadian Law, 3rd ed. c2004]