Sat

/sæt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a sitting or session, often used in contexts like meetings or examinations.

The SAT is an important exam for college admissions.

verb

past tense of sit; to be seated or to have taken a seat.

She sat down at the table and opened her book.

to have an official meeting or gathering.

The committee sat for hours to discuss the new proposal.

to serve as a member of a board, panel, or jury.

He sat on the jury for the high-profile case.

to be in a particular position or condition.

The cat sat quietly in the sun.

Old English 'sittan', akin to Old Norse 'sitja' and Gothic 'sitan'.

sat on the fence

To remain undecided or neutral in a controversial situation.

sat tight

To wait patiently in a position or situation.

sat back

To relax or take a passive stance.

sit

To be in a position of rest supported by the body.

setting

The place or condition in which something exists.

To chill out or hang out.

We just sat and watched TV all night.

To be passive or inactive.

I’ve been sitting on this idea for too long.