well-done
|well/done|
/ˌwɛlˈdʌn/
thoroughly cooked or skillfully executed
Etymology
'well-done' originates from Old English, combining 'well' meaning 'in a good manner' and 'done' meaning 'completed or finished'.
'well-done' evolved from the Old English phrase 'wel gedon', which meant 'done well', and eventually became the modern English word 'well-done'.
Initially, it meant 'done in a good manner', but over time it evolved to also mean 'cooked thoroughly'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
cooked thoroughly, especially referring to meat that is cooked until there is no pinkness.
I prefer my steak well-done.
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Adjective 2
executed or performed in a skillful or satisfactory manner.
The project was well-done and received praise from the client.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35