Set′ting.
1. The sharpening of a razor on a hone. An intermediate process between grinding on a stone and strapping. 2. Displaying laterally the teeth of a saw in alternate directions, so as to increase the width of the kerf and allow the blade to move freely without rubbing and heating. See saw-set.3. (Masonry.) a. Fixing stones in position in a wall. b. The hardening of mortar, concrete, or plaster.
4. (Plastering.) A finishing coat of fine-stuff, laid on by a trowel; it is alternately wetted with a brush and smoothed with a tool until a fine surface is obtained.
5. (Watchmaking.) a. The jewel which is clasped by the bezel; or one which serves as a bushing for an arbor or pivot. b. The adjustment of the hands. Fig. 4839 shows Lange's plan for setting the hands by means of the stem.