setting

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   the physical position of something

   I changed the setting on the thermostat.

2. 2
   noun

   the state of the environment in which a situation exists

   you can't do that in a university setting

3. 3
   noun

   a jewelry mounting consisting of a piece of metal that holds a gem in place

   The simple beauty of the stone was ruined by a really tacky setting.

4. 4
   noun

   a table service for one person

   a place setting of sterling flatware

5. 5
   noun

   the context and environment in which something is set

   the perfect setting for a ghost story

6. 6
   noun

   The act of setting (various senses).

   the setting of the sun

7. 7
   noun

   A level or placement to which a knob or control is set.

   the volume setting on a television

8. 8
   noun

   Something set in, or inserted.

   Thou shalt set in it settings of stones.