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Term: Settle
Definition: Settle means to end or resolve something, like a problem or disagreement. It can also mean to make a decision or come to an agreement with someone. Settle can also mean to pay off a debt or take up residence in a new place. It's like when you finish a puzzle or make a deal with your friend, you settle the situation.
Definition: To settle means to end or resolve; to reach a conclusion; to reach a decision on a cause of action; to come to an agreement or understanding; to pay or liquidate a debt. It also means to take up residence in a place, or to colonize.
These examples illustrate the different meanings of the word "settle." In the first three examples, "settle" means to resolve or come to an agreement. In the fourth example, "settle" means to take up residence in a place. In the fifth example, "settle" means to colonize or establish a new community.