sets (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /sɛts/

Definition

A collection of things that belong together or are used together.

Examples

• He received a set of tools for his birthday.

• The chess set was beautifully carved.

• I need to buy a new set of towels.

How to Use sets

set of (prepositional phrase)

A group of items that belong together. — "He has a complete set of encyclopedias."

set up (phrasal verb)

To establish or create something, like a business or an organization. — "They plan to set up a new charity."

set out (phrasal verb)

To begin a journey or a course of action. — "She set out to prove her theory."

set down (phrasal verb)

To place something on a surface. — "He set down the heavy box carefully."

set in (phrasal verb)

To begin and seem likely to continue (often used for weather or unpleasant situations). — "The rain began to set in for the afternoon."

Synonyms of sets

Words with a similar meaning to sets:

• group
• collection
• kit
• ensemble

Antonyms of sets

Words with the opposite meaning to sets:

• individual
• single

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