SETTING


Meaning of SETTING in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ noun ]

Date: 14th century

1. : the manner, position, or direction in which something is set

2. : the frame or bed in which a gem is set ; also : style of mounting

3.

a. : the time, place, and circumstances in which something occurs or develops

b. : the time and place of the action of a literary, dramatic, or cinematic work

c. : the scenery used in a theatrical or film production

4. : the music composed for a text (as a poem)

5. : the articles of tableware for setting a place at table

two setting s of sterling silver

6. : a batch of eggs for incubation

Synonyms: see background

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.