set
//sɛt//
Verb
To put something in a particular place or position.
She set the book on the table.
To establish or fix something at a particular level, time, or standard.
We need to set a date for the meeting.
To cause something to be in a particular state or condition.
The news set everyone thinking.
To adjust a device or mechanism to a particular position or mode.
I set the alarm clock for 6 a.m.
(of the sun or moon) To go down below the horizon.
The sun sets in the west.
To harden or solidify into a firm or solid state.
The concrete will set in a few hours.
Noun
A group or collection of things that belong together or are used together.
She bought a new set of dishes for the kitchen.
A collection of mathematical objects that share a common property.
The set of all even numbers is infinite.
The scenery and props used in a play, film, or television production.
The film crew spent hours building the set for the movie.
A group of games or matches forming part of a larger competition, especially in tennis.
She won the match in straight sets.
A radio or television receiver.
We bought a new television set for the living room.
Synonym
Adjective
Fixed or arranged in advance; not changing or varying.
We meet at a set time every week.
Ready, prepared, or likely to do something.
We're all set to leave whenever you're ready.
Firmly fixed and not easily moved or changed.
His opinions are set and difficult to change.