Punctilio definitions

pŭngk-tĭl'ē-ō'
A fine point of etiquette.
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Precise observance of formalities.
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A nice point of conduct, ceremony, etc.
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Observance of petty formalities.
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A fine point in exactness of conduct, ceremony or procedure. Strictness in observance of formalities.
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Origin of punctilio

Obsolete Italian punctiglio from Spanish puntillo diminutive of punto point from Latin pūnctum from neuter past participle of pungere to prick peuk- in Indo-European roots