B1nounartstechnology
US/ˈset.ɪŋ/
UK/ˈset.ɪŋ/
the place and time in which something happens, or a position on a control or device
In context
The old castle is a perfect setting for a ghost story.
Change the settings on your phone to save battery power.
Doctors treat patients in a hospital or a home setting.
Words that go with setting
adjective + noun
- peaceful settingThe hotel stands in a peaceful setting by the lake.
- default settingMost people keep the default setting on their laptops.
noun + preposition
- setting ofThe setting of the novel is a small fishing village.
- setting forThe garden is the ideal setting for a wedding.
verb + noun
- change the settingYou can change the setting in the menu.
noun + noun
- privacy settingsCheck your privacy settings before you post photos.