Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
place-setting
noun
/ˈpleɪsˌsɛtɪŋ/
Definition
A place-setting is the arrangement of dishes, cutlery, and other items at a dining table designated for one person.
Examples
- For the dinner party, each place-setting was beautifully arranged with fine china.
- Don’t forget to include a napkin in each place-setting.
- She taught her children the proper way to set their place-settings for family meals.
Meaning
It refers to the complete setup required for one guest at the table, usually including a plate, utensils, glasses, and sometimes decorative elements.
Synonyms
- table setting
- place arrangement
- table arrangement
