Meaning of the word "stand on ceremony" in English

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stand on ceremony

US /stænd ɑn ˈser.əˌmoʊ.ni/
UK /stænd ɑn ˈser.əˌmoʊ.ni/
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Idiom

1.

to behave in a formal way, or to insist on formal behavior from others, especially when it is not necessary or appropriate

Example:
Please don't stand on ceremony; just make yourself at home.
There's no need to stand on ceremony with old friends.
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