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

  • (..) Cinna's final touch. Everyone's either gonna wanna kiss you, kill you, or be you. Perfect. Absolutely perfect. Okay. Let's bring up the setting. Little wind. Okay, Katniss, we're gonna start you down on one knee. And as you rise up, you're gonna hold your flag in the air and deliver your line. (..)
    2014 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1