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well-bred

adjective
\ ˈwel-ˈbred How to pronounce well-bred (audio) \

Definition of well-bred

1 : having or displaying good breeding : refined
2 : having a good pedigree well-bred swine

First Known Use of well-bred

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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well-bred

adjective
How to pronounce well-bred (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of well-bred

somewhat old-fashioned : having or showing good manners

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well-bred

adjective
\ ˈwel-ˈbred\

Kids Definition of well-bred

: having or showing good manners : polite

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