does fine-looking mean that he's not ugly but not good looking?

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There are a million fine-looking college basketball teams.

oh ok I'm sorry but i can't edit it :c

what's the difference between good looking and fine looking?
I'm not sure how to describe someone he's not not handsome and not ugly should i use fine or good looking?

AliaAhmadwhat's the difference between good looking and fine looking? I'm not sure how to describe someone he's not not handsome and not ugly should i use fine or good looking?

There is no real difference between the two phrases; they are merely variations on the same idea—but they both mean 'handsome'. If the person is not handsome. then it is better to say

I have seen fine-looking in connection with beautiful horses and other animals. ie.
That's a fine-looking piece of horseflesh!

It is very complimentary.

But for people, it would not be ideal. As in a "handsome woman" which applies more to her character than to her looks.

For a young man who is not ugly, you can say nice-looking. If he dresses nicely, then "

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