Meaning & Definition of word "Settling"

Settling

/ˈsɛt.lɪŋ/

1. The act of resolving a dispute or situation.
- Example: The settling of the disagreement took longer than expected.
2. A process in which a substance gradually sinks or becomes compact.
- Example: The settling of the sediment at the bottom of the tank was evident after a few days.

1. The act of resolving or reaching an agreement about something.
- Example: After much discussion, they finally reached a settling on the terms of the contract.
2. The act of establishing a residence in a new area.
- Example: The pioneers were settling in the new territory, hoping to build a better life.
3. The process of something coming to rest or becoming stable.
- Example: After the storm, the dust began settling and visibility improved.

Middle English, from Old French 'assoteler', from Latin 'solutio', related to 'set' as to place in a settled position.

settling down:

To begin to live a quieter, more stable life, often in one place.

settling in:

Getting comfortable in a new environment.

settling the score:

To resolve a dispute or conflict.

settle:

To resolve or reach an agreement.

settlement:

The act of settling, or an official agreement.

settler:

A person who moves to a new area to live.

Meaning: To compromise on something less than ideal.

Example Sentence: I don’t want to settle for a mediocre job when I can find something great.

Meaning: To become comfortable with a situation.

Example Sentence: After a few weeks, I finally settled into my new place.