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setting

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛtɪŋ/

The English word “setting” has 11 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The time, place and circumstance in which something (such as a story or picture) is set; context; scenario.
  2. The act of setting (various senses).
  3. A piece of metal in which a precious stone or gem is fixed to form a piece of jewelry.
  4. A level or placement to which a knob or control is set.
  5. The act of marking the position of game, as a setter does.
  6. Hunting with a setter.
  7. Something set in, or inserted.
  8. A piece of vocal or choral music composed for particular words (set to music).
  9. The mounting of a play, etc., for the stage.
  10. The direction of a current of wind.

adjective

  1. That disappears below the horizon.
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