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well-round·​ed | \ ˈwel-ˈrau̇n-dəd How to pronounce well-rounded (audio) \

Definition of well-rounded

: fully or broadly developed: such as
a : having a broad educational background schools that turn out well-rounded graduates
b : comprehensive a well-rounded program of activities

First Known Use of well-rounded

1823, in the meaning defined above

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“Well-rounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-rounded. Accessed 17 Aug. 2022.

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