Definition of setback Setback

/sɛˈtbæˌk/ - [sebak] -

We found 11 definitions of setback from 5 different sources.

What does setback mean?

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Noun
setback - an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
		reverse, reversal, blow, black eye
		happening, natural event, occurrent, occurrence an event that happens

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setback (Noun)
An obstacle, delay, or disadvantage.
setback (Noun)
The required distance between a structure and a road.
setback (Noun)
A step-like recession in a wall.
setback (Noun)
Possibly archaic A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy.
setback (Noun)
A backset; a check; a repulse; a relapse.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

setback (n.)
Offset, n., 4.
setback (n.)
A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy.
setback (n.)
A backset; a check; a repulse; a reverse; a relapse.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

setback
A reversal or check in progress.

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setback, noun, singular of setbacks.

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