Pronunciation: /sɛt/
noun a collection of objects or items that belong together, often used for a specific purpose
A1 I need a new set of pencils for school.
A2 She bought a matching set of plates and bowls for her kitchen.
B1 The chess set is missing a few pieces.
B2 The hotel room comes with a set of toiletries for guests to use.
C1 The artist's new exhibition features a set of paintings inspired by nature.
C2 The scientist conducted a series of experiments using a specialized set of equipment.
verb to put or place something in a particular position or location
A1 I set the table for dinner.
A2 She set her alarm clock for 6 AM.
B1 The company set a new sales target for the quarter.
B2 The team set a new record for the fastest completion time.
C1 The government has set strict regulations for air quality control.
C2 The artist set out to create a masterpiece that would inspire generations.
adjective fixed or arranged in a particular way
A1 The table is set for dinner.
A2 She has a set routine for her morning workout.
B1 The teacher provided a set of instructions for the project.
B2 The company has a set policy on employee benefits.
C1 The artist created a set of paintings for the exhibition.
C2 The scientist conducted a set of experiments to test the hypothesis.
adverb in a fixed or rigid manner
A1 She set the table for dinner.
A2 The alarm clock was set for 6 AM.
B1 He set off on his journey early in the morning.
B2 The rules were set in stone and could not be changed.
C1 The company set a new record for sales this quarter.
C2 The parameters were carefully set to ensure accurate results.
formal The committee has set a date for the next meeting.
informal I've set aside some time to work on my project this weekend.
slang Let's set up a hangout at the park tomorrow.
figurative She has set her sights on becoming the next CEO of the company.
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