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well-set
adj (well set when postpositive)
1. firmly established
2. (Physiology) (of a person) strongly built
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well′-set′
adj.
1. firmly set or fixed: well-set in her habits.
2. strongly formed: a well-set body.
[1300–50]
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| Adj. | 1. | well-set - strongly and firmly constructed; "a well-knit argument"; "a well-knit theatrical production"; "well-knit athletes"; "a sailor short but well-set"- Alexander Hamilton strong - having strength or power greater than average or expected; "a strong radio signal"; "strong medicine"; "a strong man" |
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