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setting

n. countable
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈsɛtɪŋ// UK //sˈɛtɪŋ// set·ting General-service

n. the time and place where a story, movie, or event happens. It can also mean the position of a control on a machine, like the heat on a stove.

n. the surroundings or environment in which an event occurs or a story is situated. Often refers to the physical location and historical period of a narrative or the specific configuration of a mechanical or digital control.


SIMPLE

The setting of the novel is a small village in France.

CONTEXTUAL

The photographer chose a forest setting to capture the natural light of the early morning sun.

COMPLEX

While the plot is compelling, the author's rich description of the Victorian setting provides a necessary layer of social tension that drives the characters' motivations.

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Often used with the preposition 'for' when describing a location suitable for an event.

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