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well-bred

/ˌwelˈbred/

/ˌwɛlˈbrɛd/

Translations

well-bredadjective

/ˌwelˈbred/

/ˌwɛlˈbrɛd/

Hyphenated adjective; used of people for polite, refined behavior and of animals or other things for desirable breeding. Comparative and superlative forms are possible with more/most.

bien élevéSe dit d’une personne polie, aux bonnes manières, issue d’une bonne éducation.

She was a well-bred child who always spoke respectfully.

C’était une enfant bien élevée qui parlait toujours avec respect.

Additional translations

de bonne raceS’emploie surtout pour les animaux et l’élevage ; registre neutre.

Definitions

well-bredadjective

Having or showing good manners and polite behavior because of a good upbringing.

She was a well-bred child who always spoke respectfully.

Bred from good stock; produced or developed by careful breeding, especially of animals.

The breeder specializes in well-bred horses.