place setting
Americannoun
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the group of dishes, silverware, glasses, etc., set at the place of each person at a meal.
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a single group of such dishes or eating utensils sold as a unit.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of place setting
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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Alex is already aware of his bisexuality and is open about it in private settings because he is a public figure as the president's son.
From Salon • Aug. 15, 2023
“These are private decisions that parents make for their children’s well-being. And the conversations had in these private settings are thorough and exhaustive and iterative,” she adds.
From Scientific American • May 1, 2023
A spokesperson added: "The police are experienced at dealing with crimes in private settings, and we will publish more details of how the ban will protect those at risk in due course."
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2023
Facebook will enable more private settings by default for anyone under the age of 16 who signs up for the platform, the company announced on Monday.
From The Verge • Nov. 21, 2022
State and federal officials have already said those who are fully vaccinated can take off their face masks in private settings — just not when they are around other unvaccinated people.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2021
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