well-made
|well/made|
B2
/ˈwɛlˌmeɪd/
skillfully constructed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'well-made' originates from the combination of 'well' and 'made', where 'well' meant 'in a good or satisfactory way' and 'made' is the past participle of 'make', meaning 'to create or construct'.
Historical Evolution
'well-made' has been used in English since the 14th century to describe objects that are skillfully constructed.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'constructed in a good way', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
skillfully or attractively constructed or manufactured.
The well-made furniture lasted for decades.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 17:20