First Known Use: circa 1580
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pro forma
adjective pro for·ma \(ˌ)prō-ˈfȯr-mə\
: done or existing as something that is usual or required but that has little true meaning or importance
Full Definition of PRO FORMA
1
: made or carried out in a perfunctory manner or as a formality
2
: based on financial assumptions or projections: as a : reflecting a transaction (as a merger) or other development as if it had been or will be in effect for a past or future period <a pro forma balance sheet> b : excluding usually extraordinary charges or expenses (as from acquisitions, restructuring, or the write-down of goodwill) often in order to present a more attractive financial report <pro forma income>
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Origin of PRO FORMA
Latin, for form
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