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

  • (..) your general lack of hygiene or the fact that you steal all my clothes. We have a barter system. When do I complain about you setting fire to my room? - Our rooms. - The rooms, When do I ever complain that you experiment on my dog? - Our dog! It's our dog. (..)
    2009 Sherlock Holmes
  • (..) I found these exquisite dates in Jordan. and your favorite... Olives from the Cyclades. I thought we might have a little tea party. and while I was setting the table, I found this. A file with my name on it. "The theft of the Velasquez portrait King of Spain. Missing naval documents lead to (..)
    2009 Sherlock Holmes