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What does "set" mean?

Vocabulary Word: set

1. Definition (v.) the time and place in which a story occurs

Examples Harry Potter is set in the Hogwarts school.

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2. Definition (n.) a repetition of the same movement for a set number of times which works a muscle or muscle group

Examples Once I finish this set, I am done with my workout!

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3. Definition (adj.) the same every time; permanent

Examples Freelance writers don’t have set schedules. Sometimes they don’t have much work; other times they have too much work.

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4. Definition (n.) the songs a band plays on a particular night

Examples The band played the same set every night on tour.

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5. Definition (v.) program

Examples I set all my clocks to be 10 minutes ahead so I won’t be late.

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6. Definition (n.) where a movie is filmed or play is performed; the background of a movie or play

Examples The set in the movie Gladiator was incredible.

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7. Definition (v.) decide on or choose something

Examples She set the work calendar so that everyone had the same days off.

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