A period during which someone sits, especially for a specific purpose such as a portrait or a meeting. The artist completed the portrait in just three sittings.
A session or meeting of a legislative or judicial body. The court's sitting was adjourned until the following week.
A period during which a meal is served to a group of people. The restaurant has two sittings for dinner, one at 6 PM and another at 8 PM.
The action or practice of remaining seated. Prolonged sitting can cause lower back pain.
The act or period during which a bird incubates its eggs. The hen's sitting lasted almost three weeks.
To rest with the body supported by the buttocks or thighs; to be seated. She decided to sit on the bench and enjoy the view.
To occupy a place as a member of a legislative or deliberative body. He was elected to sit in the parliament for his district.
To be in a position of authority or control. The judge will sit in court to hear the case tomorrow.
To remain inactive or unused. The car sat in the garage for months without being driven.
To pose for a portrait or photograph. She agreed to sit for the artist to have her portrait painted.
To take care of a child or children while the parents are away. She often sits for her neighbor's kids on weekends.
(Of a bird) To rest on eggs in order to incubate them. The hen will sit on her eggs until they hatch.
(chiefly British) To take or undertake an examination. She is going to sit her final exams next month.
To be or remain in a particular place or position; to be situated. The cottage sits on top of the hill overlooking the lake.
To cause (someone or something) to be seated in a particular place. He sat the child at the table and tied on a bib.