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
