well-hallowed
/ˌwɛlˈhaləʊd/adjective
Greatly sanctified; very holy. Now chiefly in extended use: highly respected due to long usage or custom; traditional.
Origin
Late 16th century; earliest use found in John Foxe (?1517–1587), martyrologist. From well + hallowed.
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