well-turned


well–turned

adj \ˈwel-ˈtərnd\

Definition of WELL-TURNED

1
: symmetrically shaped or rounded : shapely
2
: concisely and appropriately expressed <a well–turned phrase>
3
: expertly rounded or turned <a well–turned column>

First Known Use of WELL-TURNED

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