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To put (something) down, to rest.

Example: Set the tray there.

To attach or affix (something) to something else, or in or upon a certain place.

Example: I have set my heart on running the marathon.

To put in a specified condition or state; to cause to be.

To start (a fire).

To divide a class group in a subject according to ability

The time, place and circumstance in which something (such as a story or picture) is set; context; scenario.

The act of setting.

Example: the setting of the sun

A piece of metal in which a precious stone or gem is fixed to form a piece of jewelry.

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

Example: the volume setting on a television

That disappears below the horizon

Example: the setting sun