Meaning & Definition of word "Sat"

Sat

/sæt/

1. a sitting or session, often used in contexts like meetings or examinations.
- Example: The SAT is an important exam for college admissions.

1. past tense of sit; to be seated or to have taken a seat.
- Example: She sat down at the table and opened her book.
2. to have an official meeting or gathering.
- Example: The committee sat for hours to discuss the new proposal.
3. to serve as a member of a board, panel, or jury.
- Example: He sat on the jury for the high-profile case.
4. to be in a particular position or condition.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: To chill out or hang out.

● Example Sentence: We just sat and watched TV all night.

Meaning: To be passive or inactive.

● Example Sentence: I’ve been sitting on this idea for too long.