sets; set; setting
sets; set; setting
Learner's definition of SET
1 always followed by an adverb or preposition [+ object]
a : to put (something) in a place or position放置;摆放 -
Set your books (down) on the table.把你的这些书放在桌子上。
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We need to set some extra chairs around the table.我们要在桌子周围再多放几把椅子。
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He set the ladder against the wall and walked away.他把梯子靠在墙上,转身走开了。
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I remember setting my bag right here.我记得把包就放这儿了。
b : to put (something) into the surface of something置于,嵌入(表面) —
often used as (be) set常用作(be) set c : to attach (something, such as a jewel) to a piece of jewelry or other decoration镶嵌 —
often used as (be) set常用作(be) set 2
always followed by an adverb or preposition,
[+ object] : to cause the action of (a film, story, etc.) to happen in a certain place or during a certain time设置(电影、故事等的)背景 —
often used as (be) set常用作(be) set -
The play is set in Verona, Italy. [=the action of the play takes place in Verona]这部剧的故事背景设在意大利的维罗纳。
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The novel is set in 1943.这部小说的背景是在1943年。
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a novel set during World War II以第二次世界大战为时代背景的小说
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The story is set against (the backdrop of) the Second World War. [=the story takes place during the Second World War]这个故事以第二次世界大战为背景展开。
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a : to make (something) ready to be used : to put (something) in a position to be used设置;调整好;安排就绪 b : to put plates, forks, spoons, knives, etc., on a table before serving a meal(饭前在餐桌上)摆餐具 -
Would you please set [=(Brit) lay] the table?你来摆放餐具,好吗?
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We set an extra place at the table for our guest.我们为客人多摆了一个位子。
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The table was set for two. [=it had two place settings]这张桌子摆放了两人用的餐具。
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[+ object] : to cause (a clock) to show a particular time调整(钟的)时间 : to cause the controls of (a clock or other device) to be in a particular position设置(闹钟或其他装置的)数值 -
The alarm was set for 7:00 a.m. = The alarm was set to go off at 7:00 a.m.闹钟定在早上7点钟响。
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I set the timer for/to twenty minutes.我把定时器设定在二十分钟。
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Set the oven to 350 degrees.把烤箱温度定在350度。
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In the winter, she sets the thermostat at/to 68 degrees.冬天,她把恒温调节器温度定在68度。
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[+ object] : to decide on or choose (something)决定;设定 -
I set a goal (for myself) to lose 15 pounds by the end of the year.我给自己设定了一个目标,到年末减掉15磅。
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The company must meet certain conditions set by the government in order to stay in business.这家公司必须符合政府设定的某些条件才能继续营业。
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She will be setting the agenda for this afternoon's meeting.今天下午的会议日程将由她来安排。
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setting boundaries/limits/rules设定边界/限制/规则
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NASA has not yet set [=named] the date for the shuttle launch.美国国家航空和航天局尚未敲定此次航天飞机的发射日期。
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He has set his sights on becoming [=he has decided to try to become] the next president.他已决定竞选下届总统。
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We don't have enough time to do everything. We have to set priorities. [=to decide which things are most important to do]我们没有足够的时间去完成每一件事。我们必须确定轻重缓急。
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a : to give (a particular price or value) to something给…定价 -
An antiques appraiser set the value of the chair at $500.古董鉴定专家给这把椅子定价500美元。
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If you set your prices too high, no one will buy your products.如果定价过高,没人会买你的产品。
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Her bail was set at $10,000. = The judge set (her) bail at $10,000. [=the judge decided that she will have to pay $10,000 or stay in jail until her trial]她的保释金为1万美元。
b : to give (a high value or importance) to something重视 7 [+ object]
a : to cause (something) to be accepted as an example, rule, etc. : to establish (a standard, trend, etc.) for others to follow or try to copy树立(榜样);建立(标准);引领(潮流) -
They are improving the safety of their vehicles and setting a higher standard for other companies (to follow).他们正在改进车辆的安全性能,为其他公司制定一个更高的行业标准。
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His style of directing has set a new trend in moviemaking. [=other directors are copying his way of making movies]他的导演风格引领了电影制作的新潮流。
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His behavior sets a good/bad example for the rest of the children.他的行为为其他孩子树立了好榜样/坏典型。
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The ruling is likely to set a precedent for how future cases are decided. [=future cases will be decided based on this case]这项裁定很可能成为今后此类案件的裁决判例。
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Her lighthearted question set the tone for the rest of the interview. [=it gave the rest of the interview a light and easy feeling]她的轻松提问为接下来的采访定下了基调。
b : to establish (a record) as the performance or achievement that is the best of its kind创下(纪录) -
She set a record for the most sales in the company's history. [=she made more sales for the company than anyone else ever had]她创下了公司历史上的最高销售纪录。
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He set the world record for/in the 100-meter dash.他创下了100米跑的世界纪录。
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[+ object] : to cause (someone or something) to be in a specified condition使…达到某种状态 -
The slaves were set free.奴隶们获得了自由。
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He made a raft and set it afloat in the river.他做了一个木筏,并把它放在河中漂流。
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They set the house on fire. = They set fire to the house. = (more formally) They set the house afire/aflame/ablaze. [=they caused the house to begin burning]他们放火烧了那栋房子。
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I wish I knew how to set your mind at ease. [=to help you stop worrying]我要是知道如何让你放松些就好了。
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She set him right/straight about what happened. [=she told him that he was wrong and explained what really happened]她纠正了他的错误,并说明了真实情况。
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We should set our own house in order [=correct the way we do things] before we criticize them.我们应该先正己再正人。
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: to cause (someone or something) to start doing something使…开始做;使…着手做 [+ object]
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often + to -
Her question set me to wondering if I had made the right decision.她的问题让我开始思考自己的决定是否正确。
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They are ready to set the plan in motion. [=they are ready to cause the plan to start happening]他们做好了启动该计划的准备。
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The plan has been set in motion.这项计划已经启动。
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Sources say that the governor has set the wheels in motion for a run for the presidency. [=the governor has started to run for president]消息人士称州长已经开始筹备总统竞选之事了。
[no object]
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[+ object] British : to give (someone) a particular job : to require someone to do (a task)分配;指派;布置 -
My boss set me to organizing the files.我的老板让我整理这些文件。
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She set [=assigned] her students the task of writing a three-page report.她给学生们布置了写三页报告的任务。
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setting homework for the children给孩子们布置家庭作业
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[no object] of the sun or moon : to move down in the sky and go below the horizon(太阳或月亮)落下 — opposite 1rise 5 12
[+ object] : to put and hold (your jaw, mouth, etc.) firmly into a certain position(让下巴或嘴等)保持一定表情 -
She crossed her arms, set her jaw, and refused to answer any questions.她双臂交叉,牙关紧闭,拒绝回答任何问题。
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He set his lips firmly.他紧闭双唇。
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a [no object] of a liquid : to become thick or hard凝固;凝结 -
The gelatin needs a few hours to set.这种胶需要几个小时才能凝固。
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My nail polish is still setting.我的指甲油现在还没干。
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a quick-setting cement速凝混凝土
b : to become permanent固着;留存;固定 [no object]
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: to put (a broken bone) into its normal position so it can heal把(断裂的骨)复位;接(骨) [+ object]
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[+ object] : to give a particular style to (someone's hair) by wetting it, putting it in curlers or clips, and drying it做头发;固定发型 16
[+ object] : to type or print (a word, sentence, etc.) in a particular form or style排版 17
[+ object] : to add music to (words) : to create (music) to accompany words谱曲;配乐 —
usually + to
set about
[phrasal verb] set about (something)
: to begin to do (something)开始做;着手做 —
sometimes followed by to + verb有时接动词不定式
set against
[phrasal verb] 1 set (something) against (something)
a : to compare (something) to (something else)比较;对比 —
often used as (be) set against常用作(be) set against -
The challenges of fixing the problem now must be set against the dangers of waiting until later to act.现在解决问题面临着一些挑战,日后再采取行动也面临着危险,我们必须权衡这两者的利弊。
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The fines were small when set against the company's huge annual profits.与公司巨大的年利润相比,这笔罚款不算什么。
— see also 1set 2 (above) b British : to list (something) as an expense in order to reduce (income for which you must pay tax)把…按开支记账(以减少个人所得税) 2
set (yourself) against (someone or something) : to decide that you do not support (something or someone) : to be or become opposed to (something or someone)反对;拒绝 3
set (someone) against (someone) : to cause (someone) to disagree with or oppose (someone)使反对
set apart
[phrasal verb] 1
set (someone or something) apart : to be a quality that makes (someone or something) better than or different from other people or things使与众不同;使优于 —
usually + from 2
set (something) apart : to keep or save (something) for a particular purpose(为某一目的)留出,拨出 —
often used as (be) set apart常用作(be) set apart —
usually + for
set aside
[phrasal verb] 1 set (something) aside or set aside (something)
: to move (something) to the side because you are not working on it, dealing with it, etc.把…放到一边 : to wait until later to use or deal with (something)把…放着以后使用(或处理) 2
: to keep or save (something) for a particular purpose(为某一目的)留出,拨出 3
: to stop thinking about, talking about, or being affected by (something)抛开;搁置;不再受影响 -
They decided to set aside their differences and work together.他们决定抛开分歧,携手合作。
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Setting aside the fact that the meal was extremely expensive, dinner was very enjoyable.抛开这顿饭太贵这一点,晚餐还是吃得非常开心的。
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law : to change or reverse (a legal decision, conviction, etc.)撤销,驳回(法律裁决)
set back
[phrasal verb] 1
set (something or someone) back or set back (something or someone) : to make the progress of (something or someone) slower or more difficult : to cause (something or someone) to go back to an earlier or worse condition使推迟;耽搁;使延误 -
A recent lack of funding has set back research on the disease.因最近资金短缺,对这种疾病的研究受到了延误。
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If the law is reversed, it will set us back 20 years. [=it will undo 20 years of progress]如果这项法律被撤销,那将使我们倒退20年。
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setting back progress阻止前进
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set (someone) back informal : 2cost
set down
[phrasal verb] 1
set down (something) : to create or establish (a rule, requirement, etc.)建立,制定(规则、要求等) -
All participants must follow the guidelines set down [=established] by the organization.所有参与人员都必须遵守组织方制定的规定。
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Once she sets down the rules, there's no changing her mind.她一旦立下规矩,就不会改变。
2 set (something) down or set down (something)
a : to record (something) by writing it down记下;写下 -
She took out her notebook and started setting down her thoughts.她拿出笔记本,开始记下她的想法。
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When an idea for a song comes to me, I set it down on paper.每当我有了写歌的灵感,我就把它记在纸上。
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setting an agreement down in writing以文字形式把协议记录下来
b : to land (an airplane) on the ground or water(飞机)着陆,降落 3
set (someone) down : to allow (someone) to get off a bus, airplane, etc.让(某人)下车;让(某人)下飞机
set foot in/on
— see 1foot
set forth
[phrasal verb] 1
literary : to begin a journey开始旅行 2
set forth (something) or set (something) forth formal : to explain or describe (something) in an organized way陈述;阐释
set forward
[phrasal verb] set (something) forward or set forward (something)
: to explain or describe (something) so that it can be considered提出;陈述
set in
[phrasal verb]
: to begin to be present, seen, etc. —
used of something unpleasant or unwanted that often lasts for a long time(持续较长时间的不快之事)到来,开始 -
The kids should go outside and play before the rain sets in again.趁这雨还没接着下,孩子们应该到外面去玩一玩。
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An infection set in after the surgery.手术后出现了感染。
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Reality was starting to set in. [=become obvious] We were not going to win.现实明摆在那儿,我们赢不了。
set (someone or something) loose
— see let loose at 1loose
set off
[phrasal verb] 1
: to begin traveling in a particular direction出发;启程 -
We set off for home.我们动身回家。
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They set off in a different direction.他们向一个不同的方向进发。
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In the first chapter, the hero sets off on a long voyage across the ocean.第一章里,主人公开始了漫长的横穿大洋之旅。
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set off (something) also set (something) off : to cause (something) to start or happen(使某事)开始,发生 -
set off an explosion引发爆炸
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Her comments set off [=touched off] a chain of events that led to two people losing their jobs.她的评论引发了一系列事件,使两个人失去了工作。
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The incident set off a debate about how public land should be used.这起事件引发了一场有关如何使用公共土地的争论。
3 set off (something) or set (something) off
a : to cause (something) to begin making noise使发声 b : to cause (fireworks, a bomb, etc.) to explode使(烟花、炸弹等)爆炸 c : to make (something) easy to see or notice显出;突出 -
The blue in your sweater sets off [=accents] your eyes.你蓝色的毛衣衬得眼睛很漂亮。
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Bright yellow police tape set off the area where the crime occurred.醒目的黄色警戒线标明了犯罪现场。
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a quote set off by quotation marks用引号标明的引言
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set (someone) off : to cause (someone) to suddenly start yelling, crying, laughing, etc.使突然开始叫喊(哭泣或发笑等)
set on
[phrasal verb] set (someone or something) on (someone)
: to make (a person or animal) suddenly attack (someone)使突然攻击
set out
[phrasal verb] 1
a : to begin traveling in a particular direction出发;动身 b : to start doing something : to begin an activity or effort with a particular plan or purpose(有目的地)开始做某事 —
often followed by to + verb常接动词不定式 -
She accomplishes whatever she sets out [=intends] to do.她总能达到她的目的。
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I never set out to hurt you. [=I was not trying to hurt you]我决无伤害你的意思。
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He set out to become a lawyer but ended up teaching history instead.他本打算当一名律师,结果却成了历史老师。
2 set (something) out or set out (something)
a : to explain or describe (something)解释;描述 -
In the article, the group sets out the role of parents in a child's education.在文章中,这些人详述了家长在孩子的教育中所起的作用。
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He set out the basic argument between the two groups.他阐述了这两组之间的基本争论点。
b : to move and organize (a group of things) so that they can be seen or used摆放;布置;陈列
set pen to paper
— see 1pen
set the record straight
— see 1record
set the scene
— see scene
set to
[phrasal verb] British, literary
: to begin doing something in an active and serious way起劲地干起来;认真地干起来
set up
[phrasal verb] 1
: to prepare for something by putting things where they need to be准备;布置;摆台 2 set up (something) or set (something) up
a : to create or establish (something) for a particular purpose(为某一目的)建立,设立 -
A panel needs to be set up to investigate the issue.需要设立一个专门小组来调查这个问题。
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She hopes that in a few years she can set up a private practice of her own.她希望几年后能开一个属于自己的私人诊所。
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A foundation was set up for people with the disease.为患有这种疾病的人们设立了基金会。
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The church set up a school for the city's homeless children.教会为城里无家可归的孩子们建了一所学校。
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The hikers set up camp [=they prepared an area where they could sleep outside] just before sunset.远足者们赶在太阳落山之前建好了营区。
b : to arrange and plan (an event or activity)安排;计划;策划 -
I'll ask my secretary to set up a meeting with our clients.我会让秘书安排一次客户见面会。
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Let's set up a time to get together.我们找个时间聚一聚吧。
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He was the one who set up the bank robbery.他就是那个策划了银行抢劫案的人。
c : to put (something) in an upright position竖起;架起;搭建 d : to make (a machine, system, etc.) ready to be used使(机器、系统等)处于可使用状态 3 set (someone) up or set up (someone)
a : to cause (someone) to be in a bad situation or to appear guilty陷害;诬陷 b British : to help (someone) feel healthy and full of energy使恢复健康;使充满活力 c : to give (someone) a job, a place to live, etc.安排工作;安排住处 d : to do something that makes it likely or possible for (someone) to do, get, or experience something使有望达到(或经历) —
usually + for e : to cause (someone) to meet someone in order to start a romantic relationship给…牵红线;给…做媒 —
often + with 4 set (yourself) up as (something)
a : to try to make people believe that you are (something)自诩为;自称为 -
She has set herself up as the best alternative to the current administration.她自诩为取代当前政府的最佳人选。
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He sets himself up as a defender of the people, but he's really only interested in getting more power.他自称是人民的捍卫者,但他实际上只是为了谋取更大的权力。
b also set up as (something) or set up in (something) : to start your own business创业 — see also setup
set upon
[phrasal verb] set (someone or something) upon (someone)
: to attack (someone or something)攻击 —
often used as (be) set upon常用作(be) set upon
set your heart on
— see heart
set your mind to
— see 1mind
set your teeth on edge
— see tooth 2 set /ˈsɛt/ noun
plural sets
plural sets
Learner's definition of SET
1 [count]
a : a group of similar things that belong together一套,一组(相似的东西) —
often + of -
an extra set of keys一套多余的钥匙
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There were two sets of footprints leading to the door.有两组脚印一直通向门口。
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Her parents bought her a complete set of Shakespeare. [=all of the poems and plays written by Shakespeare]父母给她买了一套莎士比亚全集。
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a set of instructions一系列指示
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a complex set of emotions/ideas一系列复杂的情感/想法
b : a group of things that are used together一套,一副,一组(配套使用的东西) -
I need to buy a new set of golf clubs.我要买一套新的高尔夫球杆。
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a set of dishes一套餐具
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a chess set一副国际象棋
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an electric train set一组电力火车
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a dining (room) set [=a group of furniture for a dining room]一套餐厅家具
— see also tea set 2
[count] : a piece of electronic equipment电子设备 -
a radio/stereo set无线电收音机;立体音响设备
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a television set = (US) a TV set电视机
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The kids are allowed to watch two hours of television. After that, I turn off the set.孩子们只准看两小时电视节目。看完后,我会关掉电视。
— see also headset 3 [count]
a : a place where a movie or television program is filmed or a play is performed拍摄现场;表演场地 b : the rooms, painted backgrounds, furniture, etc., that are used for a scene in a movie, television program, or play布景 — called also (US) setting
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[count] : one of the parts into which a tennis or volleyball match is divided : a group of tennis or volleyball games(网球比赛的)盘;(排球比赛的)局 — see also set point 5
[count] : a group of songs or pieces that a musician or band performs at a concert一组歌曲(或乐曲) 6
[singular] somewhat old-fashioned : a group of people who have similar interests or characteristics(兴趣、特点等相似的)一群人,一帮人,一伙人 — see also jet set 7
[count] British : a group of students who perform at the same level in a particular subject(某个学科学习成绩相当的)一组学生 8
[count] mathematics : a group of numbers, points, etc.(数字、小数点等的)集,集合 9
[count] : the number of times that you perform a group of repeated movements when you exercise(锻炼时做的一套动作的)次数 10
[singular] : the way you move or hold your body, shoulders, etc.(身体、肩部等的)姿势;表情 — see also mind-set 11
[count] : a small bulb that you use to grow a new plant(移植用的)球茎 3 set /ˈsɛt/ adjective
Learner's definition of SET
1
: having a particular position or location特定位置的;专门地点的 -
Her college is set in the countryside.她的大学位于乡下。
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Their house is set back from the road.他们的房子位于这条路的后面。
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a man with deep-set eyes深眼窝的男人
— see also close-set 2
: particular and not changing —
used to describe something that has been decided by someone with authority既定的,不能改变的(用于描述掌权人决定的事情) -
All the cars on our lot have a set [=fixed] price.我们卖场里所有的车都有定价。
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All contestants must write a 200-word essay on a set subject.所有参赛者都要以规定题目写一篇200字的短文。
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Schools must be in session a set number of days each year.学校每年上课的时间必须达到规定的天数。
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The office is open at set hours during the week.办公室每周固定时间对外办公。
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(Brit) The book is now a set book/text [=a book that students must read] in schools.这本书现在是各校学生的必读图书。
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(chiefly Brit) The restaurant has a very good set menu. [=a menu with items that cannot be changed]这家餐厅的套餐非常不错。
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[more set; most set] : not likely to change不易改变的;固执己见的 -
She has very set ideas about how children should behave.她对孩子的行为方式有一些固执的看法。
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We're both getting older and more set in our ways. [=more unwilling to change the way we do or think about things]我们两个渐渐变老,都更不愿意改变自己的行事方式了。
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of a person's face or expression : in a firm position that does not move or change(表情)坚定的,严肃的,僵硬的 5
not used before a noun,
informal : ready or prepared for something做好了准备 -
Is everyone set to go?要出发了,大家都准备好了吗?
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We're all set.我们都准备好了。
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She's all set for an early-morning start.为了一大早出发,她做好了充分准备。
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If we win the lottery, we'll be set for life. [=we will have everything we need for the rest of our lives]要是中了彩票,我们这辈子就不愁了。
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not used before a noun : scheduled or supposed to happen at a certain time预计;计划 —
often + for -
Your package is set [=slated] for delivery on the 11th.你的包裹将于11号发货。
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Her trial is set for October.对她的审判定在了十月。
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The album is set for an early March release.这张专辑预计在三月初发行。
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often followed by to + verb常接动词不定式
be set against
: to feel strongly that you do not want (something) or will not do (something)非常不愿意要;非常不愿意做
be set on
: to feel strongly that you want (something) or will do (something)非常想要;非常想做
(get) ready, (get) set, go
— see 1ready
have your heart set on
— see heart
have your mind set on
— see 1mind