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well-heeled

American  
[wel-heeld] / ˈwɛlˈhild /

adjective

Informal.
  1. well-off; rich.


well-heeled British  

adjective

  1. informal rich; prosperous; wealthy

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of well-heeled

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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Yet banks might still be wary of being too generous on rates to chase even well-heeled customers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some of the builder’s trends are a good omen for the housing market’s typically busy spring season—but its well-heeled clientele means it’s more insulated from housing cost headwinds than the broader market.

From Barron's

But the sense of adventure is worth it to a growing number of well-heeled clients.

From Los Angeles Times

In some cases, the well-heeled funders behind the foundation’s cash flow are easy to identify on state websites.

From Los Angeles Times

Legacy airlines such as United have focused on well-heeled customers, offering perks such as priority boarding and loyalty programs.

From MarketWatch