settings

noun

1. 1

   The time, place and circumstance in which something (such as a story or picture) is set; context; scenario.

2. 2

   The act of setting.

   “the setting of the sun”

3. 3

   A piece of metal in which a precious stone or gem is fixed to form a piece of jewelry.

4. 4

   A level or placement that a knob or control is set to.

   “the volume setting on a television”

5. 5

   The act of marking the position of game, as a setter does.

6. 6

   Hunting with a setter.

7. 7

   Something set in, or inserted.

8. 8

   A piece of vocal or choral music composed for particular words (set to music).

   “Bach's setting of the Magnificat”

9. 9

   The mounting of a play, etc., for the stage.

10. 10

    The direction of a current of wind.