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well(-)coˈnnected, ppl. a.
1. Linked together in good order or sequence; exhibiting proper sequence or coherence of thought.
1734Berkeley Analyst ii. 5 When from the distinct Contemplation and Comparison of Figures, their Properties are derived, by a perpetual well-connected chain of Consequences. 1781Johnson L.P., Milton I. 262 It [Samson Agonistes] wants that power of attracting the attention, which a well-connected plan produces. 1824[see connected ppl. a. 2].
2. Of good family and connexions.
1840[see connected ppl. a. 4]. 1856C. M. Yonge Daisy Chain i. i, He learnt from other sources that the Ernscliffes were well connected. 1871Le Fanu Rose & Key I. xiv. 126 The vicar is a well-connected old gentleman.
absol.1882W. S. Gilbert Iolanthe i. (Ballad), Spurn not the nobly born With love affected, Nor treat with virtuous scorn The well-connected. |