Definitions

1. verb

to bring to an end a dispute or disagreement, especially by compromise or concession

“The two parties finally settled their differences and signed a peace treaty.”

2. verb

to come to rest or be placed in a particular position

“The ship will settle on the bottom of the ocean after it sinks.”

3. verb

to pay off or discharge a debt or liability

“She settled her credit card bill by sending a check to the bank.”

4. noun

a place where people can settle or rest, especially after a journey

“The travelers arrived at the inn and settled in for the night.”

5. noun

the act of settling or coming to rest, especially of a fluid

“The sediment will settle to the bottom of the container.”

6. noun

a sum of money paid to someone as compensation for an injury or loss

“The insurance company paid her a settlement after the car accident.”

7. verb

to establish or become established in a particular place or situation

“The family will settle in their new home next week.”