SINCE 1828
well-placed
adjective
\ ˈwel-ˈplāst
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Definition of well-placed
: appropriately or advantageously directed or positioned
well-placed informants well-placed trust a well-placed blow
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well-placed
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of well-placed
: directed or positioned in a way that is good or useful
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