Definition
- C2Verb + to infinitive
to initiate an activity with a specific goal in mind
She decided to embark on a new project, so she set out to work on it that day.
The company established a goal, so they set out to formulate strategies to achieve it.
The teacher aimed to improve student achievement, so he set out to create a series of new lessons.
to commence a journey
They set out early in the morning, planning to reach their destination before dusk.
I will set out early tomorrow morning, looking forward to an enjoyable trip abroad.
After the adventurers had packed all their gear, they set out on their journey.