Setting Definition
setting
noun
- the context and environment in which something is set; "the perfect setting for a ghost story"
- the state of the environment in which a situation exists; "you can't do that in a university setting"
- arrangement of scenery and properties to represent the place where a play or movie is enacted
- the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event; "the historical context"
- the physical position of something; "he changed the setting on the thermostat"
- a table service for one person; "a place setting of sterling flatware"
- a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place; "the diamond was in a plain gold mount"
"Setting" in song lyrics
See how setting is used in real songs:
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"Spend the night, in a East Coast setting"
50/50 Twin f/ Paul Wall, Chamillionaire — Ballin' is a Habit -
"Chicken sweating you threatin', mo' getting VIP we setting"
B.G. f/ Hakim, Gar, Sniper, Wyndi — Let It Flow -
"Hustle like I'm dope selling, but I'm just flow setting"
Boss Hogg Outlawz — Freestyle (Track 8)
Words that rhyme with setting
Usage tips for "setting"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "setting" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for setting to find words that pair well.