setting

Definition

  • noun: the place and conditions in which something happens or exists
  • noun: the manner, position, or direction in which something is set
  • synonyms: congelation, coagulation, planting

Examples

  • I think you're just 'setting' yourself 'up for' a big disappointment. [=you're expecting something that won't happen and you will be disappointed when it doesn't]

  • They are improving the safety of their vehicles and 'setting' a higher standard for other companies (to follow).

  • You will have the opportunity to view the animals in their natural 'setting'. [='environment']

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You're lucky to be here. #It is our camp. The only reason why you are here ... is the mother of Charlie forced to bring the setting of his brother, and he brought you two fucking assholes. #Fucking assholes! All right. #These children will his chance soon. (..)
    2014 Boyhood