set-in

[ set-in ]

adjective

1. made separately and placed within another unit.

set in

verb

1. to become established

   the winter has set in

2. (of wind) to blow or (of current) to move towards shore

adjective

1. (of a part) made separately and then added to a larger whole

   a set-in sleeve

Word History and Origins

Origin of set-in¹

First recorded in 1525–35; adj. use of verb phrase set in

Example Sentences

The western Rust has premiered in Poland, three years after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was accidentally shot and killed on set in New Mexico.

From BBC

When Golijov visited the set in Atlanta last year, Coppola — who hadn’t seen the composer in 12 years — stopped what he was shooting and blurted out: “Osvaldo, we need a big love theme!”

From Los Angeles Times

Models purposefully walked down the runway in flowing suits of crushed velvet and satin, matching leather mini-shorts and jackets, sequined hot pants and tank top sets in yellow smiley graphics and graffiti print.

From Los Angeles Times

Raducanu did not drop a set in her three matches, providing the platform for Boulter - who has enjoyed the finest season of her career - to finish the job.

From BBC

Forces are also funded locally through council tax, which will be set in the coming months.

From BBC

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