Words Starting With "S"

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Setophaga

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A genus of birds, specifically a group of small songbirds known as the American warblers.

Setous

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Sets

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Nouns. Plural of a set, typically a group of things or events that belong together, or a collection of distinct elements.

Setsquare

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A tool with a square-shaped frame and a rotating head used to transfer measurements, particularly angles, to workpieces to be cut or joined. It is commonly used in surveying, carpentry, and other construction industries.

Setswana

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Tswana (also known as Setswana) is a Bantu language spoken in southern Africa, particularly in Botswana, where it is the official language, and in South Africa, where it is one of the 11 official languages.

Settee

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A settee is an old-fashioned word for a sofa or couch. It can also be used to refer to a seat for two people, often in a formal or traditional setting, such as a parlour or a church pew.

Settees

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A sofa or a couch, typically one with a back and arms.

Setter

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A person who sets or establishes standards, rules, or criteria: "a setter of fashion trends."<br><br>Something that produces or establishes a standard or a starting point.<br><br>A dog that is trained to place its paws on items and retrieve game that is shot down.<br><br>The starter or opening shot in a game of tennis.<br><br>A place or equipment that sets or fixes something, especially a stone that sets bounders in a shooting range.

Setters

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A term with multiple meanings!<br><br>In general, "setters" can refer to:<br><br>1. <strong>Hunters with dogs</strong>: In hunting, a setter is a type of dog, such as an Irish Setter, Gordon Setter, or English Setter, bred for its ability to track and point game.<br>2. <strong>Golf</strong>: In golf, a setter refers to a player who hits the ball from a specific place, such as a chipping station or a green, usually with the goal of setting up an easy or short shot for another player to putt.<br>3. <strong>Sports equipment</strong>: A setter can also refer to a tool used in various sports, such as gymnastics or dance, to help land safely from a springboard or trampoline.<br>4. <strong>In sports terminology</strong>: In some sports, a setter is a player who sets the ball for a teammate to hit, such as in volleyball, softball, or badminton.<br>5. <strong>In idiomatic expressions</strong>: A setter can also mean someone who establishes or achieves something, such as "She set the bar high for the competition."<br><br>In which context were you thinking of "setters"?

Setting

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A setting, in a general sense, refers to the circumstances, environment, or situation in which something occurs or that surrounds a particular event, situation, or story. In various contexts, it can mean different things. <br><br>In a physical sense, setting can refer to the surroundings, environment, or location of a physical space or event. For example, "The park is a beautiful setting for a family picnic."<br><br>In terms of literature, setting is a crucial element of any story, encompassing not only the physical location but also the cultural, social, and temporal context of the narrative. In literature, setting can influence the story's plot, character development, and overall mood. In this context, setting could be described as the fictional environment in which a story, scene, or character evolves. <br><br>In a more abstract sense, setting is often used to denote one's approach, opinion, or standpoint on something. For example, "She has a rather negative setting when it comes to politics."<br><br>In electronics and technology, a setting often refers to specific controls or parameters that can be adjusted by the user to customize the device's performance. Settings might include screen brightness, sound levels, or device clarity.

Settings

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The word "settings" can refer to:<br><br> The arrangement or condition in which something is or can be placed or used.<br> A particular position or configuration of something, such as a device or a system.<br> A range of options or choices that can be adjusted or selected, often found in software, electronic devices, or other systems.<br> Established or fixed circumstances or conditions, such as social or cultural norms.<br> A part of a program or software where the user can customize or adjust certain features or options.<br><br>Examples:<br><br> The camera settings on my phone need to be adjusted for a better shot.<br> The game's difficulty level is one of the settings you can choose from.<br> The room's temperature settings were changed to a more comfortable level.<br> The social settings in this town are very conservative.<br> The software's settings can be customized to fit the user's preferences.

Settle

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To resolve or bring to an end a dispute, problem, or issue. <br><br>Example: "The couple decided to settle their argument and move forward."<br><br>To pay off a debt or bill, often at a discount.<br><br>Example: "I plan to settle my credit card debt this month."<br><br>To come to rest in a place, often after a journey.<br><br>Example: "The birds settled into their nest for the night."<br><br>To become calm and quiet, often after a period of turmoil.<br><br>Example: "The crowd began to settle after the concert ended."<br><br>To decide or determine something, especially by examining evidence or discussing a subject.<br><br>Example: "The jury will settle the case by the end of the week."<br><br>To become firm or stable, often after a period of instability.<br><br>Example: "The government is trying to settle the economy after years of recession."<br><br>To come to a particular place and stay there, often for a period of time.<br><br>Example: "The snowbirds usually settle in Florida for the winter months."<br><br>To pay for something, especially something hostile or damaging, such as a lawsuit.<br><br>Example: "The company will settle out of court to avoid a lengthy trial."

Settled

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Stable and secured; established in a particular place or position.<br><br>Example: She has settled in her new home after a long journey.<br><br>Synonyms: steady, stable, secure, fixed, established.<br><br>Antonyms: unstable, unsettled, restless, changeable.<br><br>In a formal or official sense, settled can also refer to a legal agreement or decision that has been made and is final.<br><br>Example: The court's decision has been settled and is now final.<br><br>In other contexts, settled can also be used to describe a person's emotions or attitude.<br><br>Example: He has finally settled his arguments with his friend and they're fine now.<br><br>In this sense, settled can mean calm, peaceful, or satisfied.<br><br>Example: After finishing her exam, she felt settled and confident that she had done her best.

Settlement

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A settlement is a place where people live, often with a fixed population and a government or system of government. It can be a town, city, or village, and can range in size from a small village to a large city. Settlements can be permanent or temporary, and can be established by humans or other sentient beings.<br><br>In addition to meaning a physical place, the term "settlement" can also refer to the process of agreeing on the terms of a dispute or conflict, such as a settlement of a lawsuit or a labor dispute.<br><br>It can also refer to the payment or reimbursement made to someone who suffered a loss or injury. For example, a settlement can be a payment made to someone who was wrongly accused or wrongfully convicted of a crime.<br><br>In some contexts, settlement can also refer to the act of settling or depositing something, such as sediment or a substance, in a particular place. For example, a river may form a settlement of sand or sediment in a certain area.<br><br>Overall, the term "settlement" has a range of meanings, but it generally refers to a place or situation where things are resolved or stabilized.

Settlements

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Term referring to a place where people live or a group of houses or buildings in a particular area. It can also be used to describe the process of resolving a dispute or a problem in a way that all parties agree on.<br><br>Example sentences:<br>- The small town on the edge of the forest was one of the first human settlements in the country.<br>- The two companies were able to reach a settlement in the lawsuit.

Settler

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A person who settles in a new place, typically in order to establish a home or community, often with the intention of making it their permanent residence.<br><br>Synonyms: colonist, migrant, pioneer, inhabitant<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> The European settlers founded the first permanent settlement in Australia in 1788.<br> Many settlers moved to the United States during the gold rush of the 1800s.<br> The settlers of the American frontier faced numerous challenges as they expanded their territory.

Settlers

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Settlers refer to individuals or groups of people who leave their home country to inhabit and settle in a new area, often times in a region that is not yet fully inhabited or developed, to establish a new community or to improve their economic or social status.<br><br>In history, settlers often referred to those who migrated to the Americas, Australia, Africa, and other parts of the world, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries, as part of colonial expansion or to establish new economic opportunities.<br><br>In modern times, the term can also refer to people who leave their rural or urban areas to settle in suburban or rural areas, often seeking a better quality of life or more affordable housing.<br><br>In a broader sense, settlers can also refer to people who establish a new settlement or community in a previously uninhabited area, often for the purpose of exploiting natural resources, such as settlers in the American frontier or those in the Australian outback.

Settles

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verb<br><br>1. To bring or come to rest or quiet, often after being disturbed or agitated.<br>- The storm will soon settle over the countryside.<br>2. To make a decision or come to an agreement about something.<br>- They settled the dispute in court.<br>3. To be paid or arranged for, especially to receive something, especially money, that is owed.<br>- The company will settle your bill immediately.<br><br>noun<br><br>1. A place where a particular group of people or animals lives.<br>- The settlers moved to the new colony.<br>2. A decision, agreement, or dispute that has been settled.<br>- The settlement was reached through negotiation.

Settling

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To settle means to reach a final agreement or solution to a problem, dispute, or issue, often after some amount of negotiation, thought, or consideration. It can also refer to the act of becoming calm, quiet, or still, often after a period of turmoil or agitation.<br><br>For example:<br><br> "The two sides were able to settle their differences and come to a mutually beneficial agreement."<br> "After arguing for hours, they finally settled down and went to bed."<br><br>Synonyms for "settle" include:<br><br> Resolve<br> Resolve<br> Settle down<br> Come to an agreement<br> Reach a compromise<br> Calm down<br> Soothe<br><br>Antonyms for "settle" include:<br><br> Dispute<br> Argue<br> Controversy<br> Conflict<br> Tension<br> Agitation.

Settlings

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A covering of material deposited at the bottom of a river or other body of water, especially a sediment that has been carried by water, wind, or ice.

Setubal

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Setúbal is a city and a municipality in the Baixo Alentejo subregion of the Centro Region, in southwestern Portugal. The city is located about 32 miles (52 km) south of the Portuguese capital, Lisbon, on the estuary of the river Sado along the Atlantic Ocean.

Setulose

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Derivative of the polysaccharides cellulose or chitin that occur naturally in various plant and animal tissues.

Setup

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Setup refers to the initial configuration or preparation of a system, equipment, or situation before it is ready for use or operation. It can also refer to a preliminary meeting or appointment where the details of a plan or arrangement are agreed upon.

Seurat

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Seurat can refer to several concepts:<br><br>1. Georges Seurat: a French Post-Impressionist painter famous for his development of the painting technique known as Pointillism.<br>2. Séurat: a commune in the Yonne department in Burgundy in north-central France.<br>3. Edwin A. Seurat: an American paleontologist.<br>4. A play on the word "sort" or "separate", referring to a process of separation in various scientific or everyday contexts.

Seuss

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Seuss is a shorthand or colloquial reference to Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, which was an American author, poet, and children's book illustrator. He is best known for his iconic children's books, such as "The Cat in the Hat," "Green Eggs and Ham," and "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Dr. Seuss is famous for his whimsical and imaginative storytelling, colorful rhymes, and playful illustrations, which have made his books beloved by children and adults alike for generations. The term "Seussian" is often used to describe something that is whimsical, fantastical, and full of imaginative language and vision.

Sevastopol

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Sevastopol is a strategic and historic port city in Crimea, Ukraine. It is located on the Crimean Peninsula and has a long and complex history, having been controlled by various empires and nations throughout its existence, including the ancient Greeks, Romans, Genoese, Crimean Khanate, Russian Empire, and Soviet Union.<br><br>The city's name, "Sevastopol," comes from the Greek words "sebastos" (σέβαστος) meaning "venerable" and "polis" (πόλις) meaning "city." It has been an important naval base and gateway for trade and commerce in the Black Sea region.<br><br>In modern times, Sevastopol has been a major focus of conflict, particularly during the Crimean War when it was besieged by British and French forces in 1854-1855. In 2014, it was annexed by Russia following the Russian annexation of Crimea, which has led to ongoing international tensions and conflicts with Ukraine and the Western world.<br><br>Today, Sevastopol is a major port city in Crimea and a popular tourist destination, known for its rich history, cultural landmarks, and scenic landscapes.

Sevelamer

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Sevelamer is a type of medication used to manage hyperphosphatemia, which is a condition in which there is an excess of phosphate in the blood.<br><br>It works by binding to phosphate in the digestive tract and preventing it from being absorbed into the bloodstream. This helps to lower the levels of phosphate in the blood and maintain normal kidney function.<br><br>Sevelamer is often used in people with kidney disease or end-stage renal disease who are on dialysis. It is also used to treat patients with parathyroid hormone related disorders.<br><br>Side effects of sevelamer may include constipation, diarrhea, and vomiting, as well as nausea and stomach pain.

Seven-up

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Seven-up can be interpreted in a couple of ways depending on the context in which it is used.<br><br>1. <strong>Mathematical Context:</strong> In mathematics, 'seven-up' could be a numerical expression that implies counting up from seven, or the game that involves guessing or counting up from seven to predict a random number.<br><br>2. <strong>Martha Stewart's Program:</strong> 'The Seven-Up,' was also the title of a popular television program hosted by Martha Stewart, called 'The Seven-Up Family show' or '7 Up', though it is more often known as '7 Up' in some regions.<br><br>3. <strong>Beverage:</strong> It is also popular as a brand of lemon-lime flavored soft drink, produced and distributed by the Dr Pepper Snapple Group and other local bottlers. The brand is the third best-selling soft drink in Venezuela, much more than in the United States where it ranks 18th in soft drink sales.<br><br>Additionally, '7 Up Concerts' or '7 Up Presents,' there are also launches of the '7 Up Optimist of the Year' awards, positioned in the charity field.

Seven

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The number 7 represents the seventh number in numerical sequence, being equal to 7 one more than six, a prime number, and one less than 8.

Seveners

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Seveners can refer to several things:<br><br>1. A denomination of the Baha'i Faith: In the Baha'i Faith, a Sevens aver that the Baha'i texts have a cyclical structure, with every triplet or multiplet of 7 unto 7 again containing all essential truth necessary to make an individual wise in some sense. This cyclical structure is stated by Baha'ullah in the Book of Certitude. It also implies that all synonyms of various numbers may alert the interprets or relate more deeply to humanity.<br><br>2. An Islamic religious group: The Term "Seveners" was used in Islamic terminology to denote seventh Shias or followers of Ismail where they also anticipate a Seventh Imam. There were earlier accounts of the cities of Kufa, that if their spiritual teacher, but much later by others, Imams putting seven in a sequence in others from among longstanding influential leaders than a leader.<br>3. Having seven qualities, advantages, or commands to structure a personality that eases support, sympathy, and insight in delivering Christianity.<br><br>There are linguistic common usages, pronounced by seven dictionary sources, referring mostly to genitives of keeping networks with groundbreaking devotional struggles hold at second nature.

Sevenfold

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Sevenfold refers to something that is multiplied or repeated seven times. It can also mean extremely severe or harsh, often used to describe punishment or a consequence that is very severe.

Sevenoaks

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"Sevenoaks" is a noun that can refer to:<br><br>1. A town in the county of Kent, England, located about 20 miles southeast of London. It is known for its charming historic center, shops, and cultural attractions.<br>2. A public school in Kent, England, also known as the School in Sevenoaks, founded in 1432 as a charity school for the local community.

Seventeen

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Seventeen is a number that comes after sixteen and before eighteen.<br><br>Its Roman numeral equivalent is XVII.<br><br>In numerology, seventeen is considered a number of self-acceptance, maturity, and self-knowledge.<br><br>In some cultures, seventeen is considered a lucky number, associated with good fortune and prosperity.<br><br>Seventeen is also the title of a popular South Korean boy band that was formed on November 26, 2012, by Big Hit Entertainment.

Seventeenth

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Seventeenth: Coming seventh in a series or sequence, or placed outside the first six.

Seventh

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Seventh means coming after sixth in an ordering or sequence, being the seventh item in a list or series. It can also refer to the seventh day of the week (Saturday).

Seventies

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The decade from 1970 to 1979, characterized by cultural, social, and economic changes, including the rise of disco music, bell-bottom jeans, and the Vietnam War.