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

  • (..) and stay awhile. - I hear this place is back on the map. - It is? There's some rumor floating around that some hotshot Piston Cup racecar is setting up his big racing headquarters here. Really? Ah, well, there goes the town. You know, I really missed you, Sally. Well, I create feelings in others (..)
    2006 Cars
  • (..) I think it's about-a time we redecorate. Hi. Lightning McQueen told me this was the best place in the world to get tires. How 'bout setting me and my friends up with three or four sets each? Guido! There is a real Michael Schumacher Ferrari in my store. A real Ferrari! Punch me, Guido. (..)
    2006 Cars