settled
/ˈsɛtl̩d/ · verb
Meaning
- To conclude or resolve (something):
- To place or arrange in(to) a desired (especially: calm) state, or make final disposition of (something).
- To become calm, quiet, or orderly; to stop being agitated.
- To establish or become established in a steady position:
- To fix one's residence in a place; to establish a dwelling place, home, or colony. (Compare settle down.)
- To move (people) to (a land or territory), so as to colonize it; to cause (people) to take residence in (a place).
- Comfortable and at ease, especially after a period of change or unrest.
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