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Meaning of the word set in English

What does set mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

set

US /set/
UK /set/
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Verb

1.

put, lay, or stand (something) in a specified place or position

Example:
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She set the book on the table.
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He set the vase carefully on the shelf.
Synonym:
place put position lay stand
2.

prepare (a table) for a meal

Example:
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Please set the table for dinner.
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She quickly set the table before the guests arrived.
Synonym:
prepare arrange lay
3.

adjust (a device) to a desired reading or position

Example:
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He set the alarm for 6 AM.
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Can you help me set up this new printer?
Synonym:
adjust regulate calibrate configure
4.

(of the sun, moon, or a planet) appear to move towards and below the horizon

Example:
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The sun began to set behind the mountains.
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We watched the beautiful sunset as the sky turned orange and pink.
Synonym:
descend go down sink

Noun

1.

a group of similar things that belong together or are considered as a unit

Example:
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She bought a new set of dishes.
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The band played a set of their greatest hits.
Synonym:
collection group series assortment suite
2.

the way in which something is placed or arranged

Example:
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The set of the jaw indicated determination.
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The permanent set of her hair was perfect.
Synonym:
arrangement position configuration formation

Adjective

fixed or established

Example:
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The rules are set and cannot be changed.
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He has a set routine every morning.
Synonym:
fixed established predetermined arranged regular
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sets setting settings set to set-to A set of set on