Definition of setting

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Setting (n.) Something set in, or inserted..

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Solitaire :: Solitaire (n.) A single diamond in a setting; also, sometimes, a precious stone of any kind set alone..
Planisphere :: Planisphere (n.) The representation of the circles of the sphere upon a plane; especially, a representation of the celestial sphere upon a plane with adjustable circles, or other appendages, for showing the position of the heavens, the time of rising and setting of stars, etc., for any given date or hour..
Girdle :: Girdle (n.) The line ofgreatest circumference of a brilliant-cut diamond, at which it is grasped by the setting. See Illust. of Brilliant..
Set :: Set (n.) The act of setting, as of the sun or other heavenly body; descent; hence, the close; termination..
Drivebolt :: Drivebolt (n.) A drift; a tool for setting bolts home.
Superseminate :: Supersedure (n.) The act of superseding, or setting aside; supersession; as, the supersedure of trial by jury..
Outset :: Outset (n.) A setting out, starting, or beginning..
Upsetting :: Upsetting (a.) Conceited; assuming; as, an upsetting fellow..
Exercise :: Exercise (n.) The act of exercising; a setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use; habitual activity; occupation, in general; practice..
Exposure :: Exposure (n.) The act of exposing or laying open, setting forth, laying bare of protection, depriving of care or concealment, or setting out to reprobation or contempt..
Settlement :: Settlement (n.) The act of setting, or the state of being settled..
Occasive :: Occasive (a.) Of or pertaining to the setting sun; falling; descending; western.
Composition :: Composition (n.) The setting up of type and arranging it for printing.
Prelation :: Prelation (n.) The setting of one above another; preference.
Ordination :: Ordination (n.) The act of ordaining, appointing, or setting apart; the state of being ordained, appointed, etc..
Setting :: Setting (n.) The act of marking the position of game, as a setter does; also, hunting with a setter..
Redress :: Redress (n.) A setting right, as of wrong, injury, or opression; as, the redress of grievances; hence, relief; remedy; reparation; indemnification..
Bonesetter :: Bonesetter (n.) One who sets broken or dislocated bones; -- commonly applied to one, not a regular surgeon, who makes an occupation of setting bones..
Setting :: Setting (n.) Something set in, or inserted..
Ignition :: Ignition (n.) The act of igniting, kindling, or setting on fire..
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