Definitions of set down:

  • verb:   cause to sit or seat or be in a settled position or place
    Example: "Set down your bags here"
  • verb:   put or settle into a position
    Example: "The hotel was set down at the bottom of the valley"
  • verb:   put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc.
  • verb:   leave or unload, especially of passengers or cargo;
  • verb:   reach or come to rest
  • verb:   go ashore