English Explanatory Dictionary

set aside

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To separate and reserve something for a specific purpose.
  2. To leave out of account; to omit or neglect.
  3. To disagree with something and reject or overturn it.
  4. To declare something invalid or null and void.

Pronunciation

/sɛt.əˈsaɪd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-set aside.wav

Word forms

set aside sets aside setting aside

Synonyms

allocate put aside decline refuse turn down earmark shelve annul invalidate rescind

Antonyms

raise beg

Derived words

set-aside setaside
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