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set vs pack

pack vs set

set and pack both are nouns.

set is an adjective but pack is not an adjective.

set and pack both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
set Yes Yes Yes No
pack Yes No Yes No
As nouns, pack is a hyponym of set; that is, pack is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than set:
  • set: an unofficial association of people or groups
  • pack: an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
set (noun) pack (noun)
several exercises intended to be done in series a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film)
the act of putting something in position a bundle (especially one carried on the back)
representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect
any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals a cream that cleanses and tones the skin
(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way a group of hunting animals
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon an association of criminals
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used a complete collection of similar things
an unofficial association of people or groups a large indefinite quantity
(mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization
a unit of play in tennis or squash
set (adjective) pack (adjective)
set down according to a plan
being below the horizon
converted to solid form (as concrete)
fixed and unmoving
(usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
situated in a particular spot or position
determined or decided upon as by an authority
set (verb) pack (verb)
arrange attractively treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
produce fruit arrange in a container
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard load with a pack
put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state compress into a wad
set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly seal with packing
equip with sails or masts press down tightly
become gelatinous carry, as on one's back
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc have the property of being packable or of compacting easily
get ready for a particular purpose or event press tightly together or cram
fix conclusively or authoritatively hike with a backpack
estimate fill to capacity
decide upon or fix definitely set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome
establish as the highest level or best performance have with oneself; have on one's person
urge to attack someone
put into a certain place or abstract location
fix in a border
give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor
insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
put into a position that will restore a normal state
adapt for performance in a different way
locate
set in type
apply or start
disappear beyond the horizon
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