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In Maths, sets are a collection of well-defined objects or elements. A set is represented by a capital letter symbol and the number of elements in the finite set is represented as the cardinal number of a set in a curly bracket {…}.
SET definition: 1. to put something in a particular place or position: 2. If a story, film, etc. is set in a…. Learn more.
1. : to cause to sit : place in or on a seat. 2. a. : to put (a fowl) on eggs to hatch them. b. : to put (eggs) for hatching under a fowl or into an incubator. 3. : to place (oneself) in position to start running in a race. 4. a. : to place with care or deliberate purpose and with relative stability. set a ladder against the wall.
SET definition: 1. to arrange a time when something will happen: 2. to decide the level of something: 3. to press…. Learn more.
Set definition: to put (something or someone) in a particular place. See examples of SET used in a sentence.
Definition of set noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. countable noun B2. A set of things is a number of things that belong together or that are thought of as a group. There must be one set of laws for the whole of the country. [ + of] I might need a spare set of clothes. [ + of] The computer repeats a set of calculations. [ + of] Only she and Mr Cohen had complete sets of keys to the shop. [ + of]
A set is a group of things that belong together, like the set of even numbers (2,4,6…) or the bed, nightstands, and dresser that make up your bedroom set.
[transitive] to prepare or arrange something so that it is ready for use or in position. set something Have you set the alarm clock? set something + adv.prep. She set the camera on automatic. I set my watch by (= make it show the same time as) the TV. Set the alarm for 7 o'clock. Join us.
Set Definition. To place in a sitting position; cause to sit; seat. To put or move (a part of the body) into or on a specified place. To set foot on land. To cause or assign (someone) to undertake an action or perform a service. The sergeant set the recruit to sweeping the barracks. To begin to move, travel, etc.
