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set3

Syllabification: (set)
Pronunciation: /set/
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Definition of set

adjective

  • 1fixed or arranged in advance:there is no set procedure
  • (of a view or habit) unlikely to change:I’ve been on my own a long time and I’m rather set in my ways
  • (of a person’s expression) held for an unnaturally long time without changing, typically as a reflection of determination.
  • (of a meal or menu in a restaurant) offered at a fixed price with a limited choice of dishes.
  • having a conventional or predetermined wording; formulaic:witnesses often delivered their testimony according to a set speechSee also set phrase.
  • 2 [predic.] ready, prepared, or likely to do something:“All set for tonight?” he asked [with infinitive]:water costs look set to increase
  • (set against) firmly opposed to:an approach set against tradition and authority
  • (set on) determined to do (something):he’s set on marrying that girl

Origin:

late Old English, past participle of set1

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