ALL meanings of well-regulated
reg·u·late
W w - verb with object well-regulated to control or direct by a rule, principle, method, etc.: to regulate household expenses. 1
- verb with object well-regulated to adjust to some standard or requirement, as amount, degree, etc.: to regulate the temperature. 1
- verb with object well-regulated to adjust so as to ensure accuracy of operation: to regulate a watch. 1
- verb with object well-regulated to put in good order: to regulate the digestion. 1
- adjective well-regulated (of a business, military outfit, routine, etc) controlled or supervised to conform to rules, regulations, tradition, etc 0