English · Daily Life
settle down
/ˈset.l̩ daʊn/
[/ˈset.l̩ daʊn/]
become calm; live stably
Intermediateverb
Definition
To become calm and quiet, or to start living a stable, routine life.
Example
After years of travelling, they finally settled down in a quiet cottage in the countryside.
After years of travelling, they finally settled down in a quiet cottage in the countryside.
Etymology
From 'settle' plus 'down', meaning to come to rest or establish a stable life.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for calming and for adopting a steady lifestyle, often with marriage and children.