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

“As a fisher that chases fish, it is really hard to go back to a set-in position just hoping the fish come to you. That’s a real adjustment.”

From Seattle Times

“Though a story of hate is at its center,” I wrote in my review, “it’s enveloped by a larger story of fiction and wonder and love — most brightly that of a son for his father, a man of set-in habits and determined goodness.”

From Seattle Times

This technique might do the trick on its own, but it also doubles as a pre-treatment for set-in stains on removable cushion covers that need to head to the laundry room.

From Salon

Though a story of hate is at its center, it’s enveloped by a larger story of fiction and wonder and love — most brightly that of a son for his father, a man of set-in habits and determined goodness.

From Seattle Times

Frustration began to set-in when James blazed over and saw another effort tipped behind by Oluva Joensen.

From BBC

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