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sett

Sett (noun) means the system of tunnels that is the home of a badger.

noun
1
The system of tunnels that is the home of a badger.
2
The pattern of distinctive threads and yarns that make up the plaid of a Scottish tartan.
3
The number of warp ends per inch in the cloth.
4
The number of reeds or splits per inch – one half the number of ends per inch.
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Etymology

A variant of set to distinguish various technical senses.

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What is the meaning of sett?

"sett" (noun) means the system of tunnels that is the home of a badger.

What are the different meanings of sett?

"sett" has 3 main meanings: 1. The system of tunnels that is the home of a badger; 2. The pattern of distinctive threads and yarns that make up the plaid of a Scottish tartan; 3. The number of warp ends per inch in the cloth.

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