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

  • (..) Mr. Kim, do you remember recording such a deed? Yes. On the date set forth here, Mr. Allen came to record this deed, - - setting over these acres in the name of Jefferson Smith. - How long have you known Senator Smith? - A good many years. He used my land up around Willet Creek (..)
    1939 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington