to start an activity with a particular aim

She set out with the aim of becoming the youngest ever winner of the championship. 她努力的目标就是成为历史上最年轻的冠军。

[ + to infinitive ] They set out to discover a cure for cancer. 他们开始寻找一种治愈癌症的方法。

to start a journey

to give the details of something or to explain it, especially in writing, in a clear, organized way

The board has set out its goals/plans/proposals for the coming year. 董事会阐述了下一年的目标／计划／建议。

Your contract will set out the terms and conditions of your employment. 你的合同会详细说明聘用条款。

to arrange something, usually a number of things, in an attractive or organized way

The farmers' market was full of brightly coloured vegetables set out on stalls. 农夫市场上到处都是色泽鲜亮的蔬菜，整整齐齐地摆在摊子上。

Every evening Michael sets out the breakfast dishes on the table, ready for the morning. 每天晚上迈克尔都会把早餐用具摆在桌上，为第二天早晨作好准备。