English · Phrasal verb Attested B2

set out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To explain something, or give exact details, usually in writing.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Giải thích chi tiết

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Where it’s used: Used American English

This contract sets out all the terms of the agreement as we discussed.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To go out, leave.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Rời đi, rời khỏi

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To start an activity with the intention of finishing it.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Bắt đầu một hoạt động với ý định hoàn thành

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “set out” mean?

To explain something, or give exact details, usually in writing.

Is “set out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.