Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

settling

verb
/ˈsɛt.əl.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of making a place or situation stable or secure, often involving the resolution of disputes or the establishment of a home.
Examples
  • After years of wandering, they are finally settling in a small town.
  • The committee is in the process of settling the differences between the two parties.
  • Settling into a new job can take some time.
Meaning
To settle refers to the process of establishing a residence in a particular area or reaching an agreement in a disagreement.
Synonyms
  • establishing
  • resolving
  • confirming
  • installing
  • finding a home