Set

/sˈɛt/

/ˈsɛt/

Définition et Signification de "set"

to set

VERBE

poser

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position

Transitive: to set sth somewhere

1.1

placer, situer

to place the events of a play, movie, novel, etc. in a particular time or place

1.2

planter, mettre en place

to place a seed or young plant in the ground for it to grow

1.3

mettre en forme, configurer

to format and arrange text and images on a computer or machine for printing in books, newspapers, or other publications

1.4

mettre, placer

to place a precious gemstone into a jewelry piece

régler

to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use

Transitive: to set sth to a desirable state | to set sth

2.1

mettre la table, dresser la table

to arrange and place tableware, such as plates, forks, spoons, and knives, on a table in preparation for a meal

2.2

fixer, choisir, établir

to decide or determine the specific time, place, or manner in which something will occur or be done

se coucher, descendre

(of the sun or other celestial objects) to move out of view when going below the horizon

Intransitive

placer, mettre

to put or place someone or something in a specified state

Complex Transitive

4.1

prendre, se figer

(of a liquid) to assume a solid or hardened form

4.2

remettre en place

to reset broken or dislocated bones before the cast, brace, or splint is put on and without cutting the skin open

4.3

mettre, faire réfléchir

to cause someone or something to start doing something

4.4

placer, coiffer

to arrange wet hair in a way that stays the same after being dried

4.5

se ressouder, se remettre en place

(of bones) to heal and return to their normal condition after a fracture

établir, fixer

to fix something in a way that establishes an example for others to copy or try to accomplish

Transitive: to set a model

5.1

établir

to achieve the best result in something, particularly in sports, competition, etc.

fixer, assigner

to assign someone a task, goal, or target to complete

Transitive: to set a task or goal

6.1

formuler, établir

to create or formulate questions or tasks for an examination or assessment

produire, se charger de fruits

(of blossoms, trees, or plants) to produce fruit or seeds

Transitive: to set fruit or seeds

7.1

se former, se développer

(of fruit) to form and develop on a plant

fixer, établir

to determine a particular price or value for something

Transitive: to set a price or value

affecter, avoir un impact sur

to have a strong and noticeable impact or effect on someone or something

se figer, prendre une expression déterminée

to adopt a fixed or unchanging facial expression that reflects a specific emotion or attitude

Intransitive: to set in an expression | to set into an expression

10.1

déterminer, installer

to make someone's face show a certain emotion or attitude

s'arrêter, pointer

(of hunting dogs) to stop and point at where one senses wild animals, like birds or rabbits

Intransitive

aiguiser, affûter

to make something sharper or improve its cutting ability, typically through grinding or honing

Transitive: to set a blade or tool

enfoncer, fermer

to push a nail or screw into a material, like wood or metal, so that it is below the surface

Transitive: to set a nail or screw

danser en synchronisation, synchroniser avec un partenaire

to perform synchronized dance movements with a partner, facing each other and following a set pattern of steps

Intransitive

s'orienter, aller

to have a specified direction of motion or flow

Intransitive: to set to a direction

se mettre, se positionner

to position or place oneself ready for a specific action or activity

Transitive: to set oneself

bloquer, déclarer set

(with reference to the card game bridge) to prevent the opposing team from winning the tricks they promised to win in their contract

Transitive: to set an opponent

orner, décorer

to decorate, embellish, or adorn something with objects

Transitive: to set sth with ornaments

lâcher, libérer

to release or scatter something into the air so that they are carried away by the wind

Transitive: to set sth

Set

NOM

groupe informel, cercle

an unofficial association of people or groups

ensemble

(mathematics) a group of things that belong together because of having some similarities

série, enchaînement

several exercises intended to be done in series

ensemble, jeu

the act of putting something in position

décor, scène

a stage where a play is performed or a location where a motion picture is recorded

What is a "set"?

A set is the arrangement of scenery, props, and other elements on a stage or location where a play, film, or television show is produced. It includes all the visual components that create the environment for the performance or scene, such as backdrops, furniture, and decorations. The set helps to establish the setting and atmosphere, making the story more immersive and believable.

récepteur, poste de télévision

a device that receives radio or television signals

état préparatoire, disposition

(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way

disposition, tendance

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

coucher, descente

the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon

ensemble

a group of things of the same type that belong or are used together in some way

Set, Seth

evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris

prise, solidification

the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization

set, jeu

a unit of play in tennis or squash

programme, ensemble musical

a collection of musical pieces or songs performed at a jazz session or a live show

What is a "set"?

A set is a collection of songs or pieces that an artist or band performs during a single live performance or concert. It typically consists of a planned sequence of music chosen to provide a cohesive and engaging experience for the audience. A set may include a mix of popular hits, new material, and sometimes covers or medleys.

jeu, ensemble

a specific combination of cards that a player tries to collect during the game, often consisting of three or more cards of the same rank or suit, or a particular sequence of cards

set, manche

(volleyball) a series of points played until one team reaches 25 points with a two-point lead

passe, réception

the action of accurately passing the ball to a teammate to enable an offensive play in volleyball

set

ADJECTIF

préparé, prêt

prepared or likely prepared for something

fixe, immuable

fixed and unmoving

situé, placé

situated in a particular spot or position