tree vs set

tree and set both are nouns.

As verbs, set is a hypernym of tree; that is, set is a word with a broader meaning than tree:

Other hypernyms of tree include plant.

tree (noun)	set (noun)
a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms	a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
a figure that branches from a single root	(mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
	several exercises intended to be done in series
	representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production
	an unofficial association of people or groups
	a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
	the act of putting something in position
	a unit of play in tennis or squash
	the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization
	the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon
	(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way
	any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals

tree (adjective)	set (adjective)
	(usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
	fixed and unmoving
	situated in a particular spot or position
	set down according to a plan
	being below the horizon
	determined or decided upon as by an authority
	converted to solid form (as concrete)

tree (verb)	set (verb)
force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape	put into a certain place or abstract location
plant with trees	fix conclusively or authoritatively
chase an animal up a tree	decide upon or fix definitely
stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree	establish as the highest level or best performance
	put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state
	fix in a border
	make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
	set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly
	locate
	disappear beyond the horizon
	adapt for performance in a different way
	put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
	apply or start
	become gelatinous
	set in type
	put into a position that will restore a normal state
	insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
	give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor
	urge to attack someone
	estimate
	equip with sails or masts
	get ready for a particular purpose or event
	alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
	produce fruit
	arrange attractively