well-turned

/wɛl tərnd/
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Definitions of well-turned
  1. adjective
    of a pleasing shape
    “a well-turned ankle”
    synonyms:
    shapely
    having a well-proportioned and pleasing shape
  2. adjective
    (of language) aptly and pleasingly expressed
    “a well-turned phrase”
    synonyms:
    felicitous
    exhibiting an agreeably appropriate manner or style
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