Settling: meaning, definitions and examples

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settling

 

[ ˈsɛtəlɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal

The process of reaching an agreement or resolution between parties involved in a dispute.

Synonyms

agreement, compromise, resolution

Examples of usage

  • The settling of the lawsuit was a relief for both parties involved.
  • The settling of the divorce proceedings took longer than expected.
Context #2 | Noun

geology

The gradual sinking or movement of sediments, soils, or rocks to a lower level.

Synonyms

sedimentation, sinking, subsidence

Examples of usage

  • The settling of the soil caused the foundation of the building to shift.
  • The settling of sediments over time created layers of rock.
Context #3 | Noun

housing

The act of moving into and setting up a new residence.

Synonyms

establishing, moving in, setting up

Examples of usage

  • The settling into their new home brought a sense of excitement to the family.
  • The settling of furniture in the new apartment took all day.

Translations

Translations of the word "settling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 assentamento

🇮🇳 स्थापित करना

🇩🇪 Siedlung

🇮🇩 pemukiman

🇺🇦 поселення

🇵🇱 osadnictwo

🇯🇵 定住

🇫🇷 installation

🇪🇸 asentamiento

🇹🇷 yerleşim

🇰🇷 정착

🇸🇦 استيطان

🇨🇿 osídlení

🇸🇰 usídlenie

🇨🇳 定居

🇸🇮 naselitev

🇮🇸 landnám

🇰🇿 қоныстану

🇬🇪 დასახლება

🇦🇿 məskunlaşma

🇲🇽 asentamiento

Etymology

The word 'settling' originated from the verb 'to settle' in Middle English, which came from the Old English word 'setlan' meaning 'to place, seat, or establish'. The term has evolved over time to encompass various meanings related to reaching agreements, geological processes, and establishing residences.

See also: beset, offset, onset, preset, reset, set, setback, setlist, settability, settee, setting, settings, setup, subset, unset.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,858 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.