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Meaning of SETBACK

Pronunciation:  'set`bak

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  an unfortunate happening that hinders of impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
 
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 Synonyms: blow, reversal, reverse
 
 See Also: happening, natural event, occurrence, whammy

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Set"back`\, n.
1. (Arch.) Offset, n., 4.
2. A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy. [U. S.]
3. A backset; a check; a repulse; a reverse; a relapse.
   [Colloq. U.S.]
 
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