Definitions
v. Put something somewhere, or establish a condition, value, or rule.
放置；设置；确定
n. A group of related things that belong together.
一套；一组
adj. Fixed or arranged in advance.
固定的；事先确定的
Example
She set the bowl gently on the kitchen table.
她把碗轻轻放在厨房的桌子上。
Governments should set clear targets for reducing air pollution and regularly assess progress towards achieving them.
政府应设定明确的空气污染减排目标，并定期评估实现这些目标的进展。
Collocations
- set a goal
- set the table
- a set of tools
- a set time
Word family
- setting (n.)
Usage tip
过去式、过去分词均为set；现在分词为setting。
FAQ
- What does set mean?
- Put something somewhere, or establish a condition, value, or rule. A group of related things that belong together. Fixed or arranged in advance.
- How is set pronounced?
- UK /set/, US /set/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
