Place something in proper position; also, repair something. For example, Your tie is lopsided; let me set it right, or The faucets were in backwards but the plumber will soon put them right. [Second half of 1500s]
2
Correct someone, as in They thought he was married but he quickly set them right.
3
Make something accurate or fair, as in He offered to pay for the meal to put things right. Also see set straight.
