Set apart
verb
To separate something or someone for a special purpose or from a group.
The area for the concert was set apart from the rest of the park.
Often appears as...
- set apart from
- set someone/something apart
verb
To make someone or something different or special.
His extraordinary talent sets him apart from his peers.
Often appears as...
- sets him/her/it apart
- sets them apart
verb
To reserve something for a particular purpose.
They set apart some money for their vacation.
Often appears as...
- set apart some
- set apart for
verb
To distinguish oneself from others in a perceptible manner.
The company's commitment to sustainability sets it apart.
Often appears as...
- set apart by
- sets it apart
Usage tips
Business
verb
To separate something or someone for a special purpose or from a group.
The area for the concert was set apart from the rest of the park.
Often appears as...
- set apart from
- set someone/something apart
verb
To make someone or something different or special.
His extraordinary talent sets him apart from his peers.
Often appears as...
- sets him/her/it apart
- sets them apart
verb
To reserve something for a particular purpose.
They set apart some money for their vacation.
Often appears as...
- set apart some
- set apart for
verb
To distinguish oneself from others in a perceptible manner.
The company's commitment to sustainability sets it apart.
Often appears as...
- set apart by
- sets it apart
Usage tips
Business
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Separation
Use 'set apart' when physically separating things or areas for clarity or organization.
The VIP section was set apart from the regular seats.
Pro Tip 2/2Special Use
When something is intended for a specific use, 'set apart' indicates its special purpose.
A room was set apart for the guests to relax.
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Separation
Use 'set apart' when physically separating things or areas for clarity or organization.
The VIP section was set apart from the regular seats.
Pro Tip 2/2Special Use
When something is intended for a specific use, 'set apart' indicates its special purpose.
A room was set apart for the guests to relax.
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Separation
Use 'set apart' when physically separating things or areas for clarity or organization.
The VIP section was set apart from the regular seats.
Pro Tip 2/2Special Use
When something is intended for a specific use, 'set apart' indicates its special purpose.
A room was set apart for the guests to relax.
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