well-bred

[ wel-bred ]
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adjective
  1. well brought up; properly trained and educated: a well-bred boy.

  2. showing good breeding, as in behavior or manners.

  1. (of animals) of a desirable breed or pedigree.

Origin of well-bred

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First recorded in 1590–1600

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British Dictionary definitions for well-bred

well-bred

adjective(well bred when postpositive)
  1. Also: well-born of respected or noble lineage

  2. indicating good breeding: well-bred manners

  1. of good thoroughbred stock: a well-bred spaniel

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