Phrase guide

settle on

verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see settle, on.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The grounds settled on the bottom of the pot.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To make a decision or selection; to decide, arrange, or agree on.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • He looked at all the colors for a long time before finally settling on a sage green.
  • settle on a plan

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To confer (an annuity, etc) upon by permanent grant; to assure to. (Compare settle (“formally, legally secure”).)

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

become fixed (on)

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • Her eyes fixated on a point on the horizon

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: fixate

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: freeze, stop dead

History

Etymology

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