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to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position
to place the events of a play, movie, novel, etc. in a particular time or place
to place a seed or young plant in the ground for it to grow
to format and arrange text and images on a computer or machine for printing in books, newspapers, or other publications
to place a precious gemstone into a jewelry piece
to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use
to arrange and place tableware, such as plates, forks, spoons, and knives, on a table in preparation for a meal
to decide or determine the specific time, place, or manner in which something will occur or be done
(of the sun or other celestial objects) to move out of view when going below the horizon
to put or place someone or something in a specified state
(of a liquid) to assume a solid or hardened form
to reset broken or dislocated bones before the cast, brace, or splint is put on and without cutting the skin open
to cause someone or something to start doing something
to arrange wet hair in a way that stays the same after being dried
(of bones) to heal and return to their normal condition after a fracture
to fix something in a way that establishes an example for others to copy or try to accomplish
to achieve the best result in something, particularly in sports, competition, etc.
to assign someone a task, goal, or target to complete
to create or formulate questions or tasks for an examination or assessment
(of blossoms, trees, or plants) to produce fruit or seeds
(of fruit) to form and develop on a plant
to determine a particular price or value for something
to have a strong and noticeable impact or effect on someone or something
to adopt a fixed or unchanging facial expression that reflects a specific emotion or attitude
to make someone's face show a certain emotion or attitude
(of hunting dogs) to stop and point at where one senses wild animals, like birds or rabbits
to make something sharper or improve its cutting ability, typically through grinding or honing
to push a nail or screw into a material, like wood or metal, so that it is below the surface
to perform synchronized dance movements with a partner, facing each other and following a set pattern of steps
to have a specified direction of motion or flow
to position or place oneself ready for a specific action or activity
(with reference to the card game bridge) to prevent the opposing team from winning the tricks they promised to win in their contract
to decorate, embellish, or adorn something with objects
to release or scatter something into the air so that they are carried away by the wind
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.
an informal association or group of people
(mathematics) a group of things that belong together because of having some similarities
a series of exercises performed consecutively in physical training
the act of placing or positioning something
an electronic device for receiving or transmitting radio or television signals
a temporary mental or behavioral readiness to respond in a particular way
a relatively enduring tendency or inclination to react in a specific way
the going down of a celestial body below the horizon
a group of things of the same type that belong or are used together in some way
an Egyptian deity depicted with the head of a beast with high square ears and a long snout, brother and murderer of Osiris
the process of becoming hard, solid, or fixed through cooling, drying, or crystallization
a unit of play in tennis, squash, or similar sports, typically consisting of a sequence of games
a collection of musical pieces or songs performed consecutively during a performance
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.
a specific combination of cards a player aims to collect, often consisting of three or more cards of the same rank, suit, or a defined sequence
What is a "set"?
In card games, a set refers to a group of cards that are collected or played together based on specific rules. A set typically consists of cards that share a common feature, such as having the same rank or belonging to the same suit. For example, in some games, a set might be three or four cards of the same rank, like three kings or four sevens. In other games, a set can refer to a sequence of cards in a particular suit. The meaning of a set depends on the rules of the specific card game being played.
(volleyball) a series of points played until one team reaches 25 points with a two-point lead
What is a "set"?
In volleyball, a set refers to a specific period of the game in which teams compete to score a certain number of points, usually 25, to win. A match is played in multiple sets, and a team needs to win a set by at least two points. If the score is tied at the end of a set, the game continues until one team has a two-point lead. The team that wins the most sets out of the total number of sets played wins the match.
the action of accurately passing the ball to a teammate to enable an offensive play in volleyball
What is a "set"?
A set in volleyball is when a player passes the ball to a teammate in a way that makes it easier for them to hit the ball over the net and score. The player uses their hands to push the ball upwards, usually with their fingertips, aiming for the teammate to jump and attack the ball. A good set is accurate, with the ball placed in the right spot for the teammate to hit it effectively. Sets are often used in combination with other plays to set up attacks on the opposing team’s side.
prepared or likely prepared for something
fixed, firm, or immovable
located, positioned, or situated in a particular place
arranged, organized, or planned in advance
(of a celestial body) positioned or lying below the horizon
hardened or converted to a solid form
decided, determined, or established by authority or prior agreement
