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/set/

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Meaning

To put something in a place, or to make it ready to use.

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Word origin

From Old English settan, meaning to cause something to sit or be placed.

Origin
Old English
Root
settan

Grammar

Verb typeirregular (set, sets, set)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

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"Set" means to put something somewhere, or to get it ready. You can set a cup on a table or set a clock so it is ready to use. The past form of "set" is also "set".

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This word is taught in chapter 4, lesson 7: set, death, drive and 7 more words.