settle

Definitions

• To conclude or resolve (something):
• (transitive) To place or arrange in(to) a desired (especially: calm) state, or make final disposition of (something).
• (intransitive) To become calm, quiet, or orderly; to stop being agitated.
• To establish or become established in a steady position:
• (intransitive) To fix one's residence in a place; to establish a dwelling place, home, or colony. Compare m
• (transitive) To move (people) to (a land or territory), so as to colonize it; to cause (people) to take residence in (a place).
• To sink, or cause (something, or impurities within it) to sink down, especially so as to become clear or compact.
• (intransitive) To make a jointure for a spouse.
• (transitive) To make or become pregnant.