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place setting

American  

noun

  1. the group of dishes, silverware, glasses, etc., set at the place of each person at a meal.

  2. a single group of such dishes or eating utensils sold as a unit.

place setting British  

noun

  1. the set of items of cutlery, crockery, and glassware laid for one person at a dining table

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Etymology

Origin of place setting

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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He would sit in that recliner, or at a table at the back of the darkened and cavernous room, where his family now arranges a weekly place setting in his honor.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024

The table settings are as precise and symmetrical as the military parade - each guest getting a place setting of 46cms.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2023

The request stated that Stewart and his fiancé Mike were looking for design work on things like invitations and place setting cards for their upcoming wedding.

From Washington Times • Jul. 3, 2023

The dishes themselves are simple in design, but the alternating colors give each place setting some additional dimension.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 23, 2022

A new place setting is added to the table.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton

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