Definition of Set apart

1. Verb. Select something or someone for a specific purpose. "The teacher assigned him to lead his classmates in the exercise"

Exact synonyms: Assign, Specify
Generic synonyms: Choose, Pick Out, Select, Take
Specialized synonyms: Dedicate, Detail
Derivative terms: Assignment, Specification

2. Verb. Set apart from others. "The dentist sequesters the tooth he is working on"
Exact synonyms: Isolate, Keep Apart, Sequester, Sequestrate
Generic synonyms: Disunite, Divide, Part, Separate

Lexicographical Neighbors of Set Apart

setule
setules
setulose
setulous
setup
setups
setwall
setwall
setwalls
set (psychology)
set ablaze
set about
set afire
set aflame
set ahead
set apart (current term)
set ashore
set aside
set back
set chisel
set decoration
set down
set forth
set free
set gun
set in
set in motion
set in stone
set off
set of bookshelves

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