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\ ˈwel-ˈdən 
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\Definition of well-done
1 : rightly or properly performed
2 : cooked thoroughly
a well-done steak
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well-done
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of well-done
: cooked completely
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well-done
adjective\ ˈwel-ˈdən \
Kids Definition of well-done
1 : done right
a well-done job
2 : cooked thoroughly
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