HyperDic: well-turned

English > 2 senses of the word well-turned:
ADJECTIVEallwell-turnedof a pleasing shape
allwell-turned(of language) aptly and pleasingly expressed
English > well-turned: 2 senses > adjective 1
MeaningOf a pleasing shape.
Example"a well-turned ankle"
BroadershapelyHaving a well-proportioned and pleasing shape
Spanishtorneado
English > well-turned: 2 senses > adjective 2
Meaning(of language) aptly and pleasingly expressed.
Example"a well-turned phrase"
Categorylanguage, linguistic communicationA systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
BroaderfelicitousExhibiting an agreeably appropriate manner or style

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