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Meaning of Set About
The primary meaning of "Set About" is to start doing something or to begin an action.
Definitions
- To start doing something or to begin an action
- * To take the first step or to initiate a process
- * To apply oneself to a task or activity
- * To start to deal with a problem or a task
Etymology of Set About
The phrase "Set About" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "set" meant "to place" or "to put" and "about" meant "to begin" or "to start"
The phrase has been used since the 15th century to mean "to start" or "to begin" an action or activity
Example Uses
- She set about making breakfast as soon as she woke up
- * They set about solving the puzzle, but it was more difficult than they expected
- * The team set about preparing for the big game, practicing for hours every day