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.

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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

And it says by 2028 "national inclusion standards" will be in place, setting out what support children and families should be able to expect from schools.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

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

For a customized effect, Thomas suggests placing handwritten menu cards at each place setting, or leaving a small gift for each guest.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 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

“He looks weak as a sickly lamb,” I observed, folding and refolding my napkin and pretending to be absorbed in my place setting.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan

Related Words

• place mat