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\ ˈmīn(d)-ˌset 
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\Definition of mind-set
1 : a mental attitude or inclination
politicians trying to determine the mind-set of voters
2 : a fixed state of mind
His mind-set does not allow for new situations.
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mind-set
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of mind-set
: a particular way of thinking : a person's attitude or set of opinions about something
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mind-set
noun\ ˈmīn(d)-ˌset \
\Medical Definition of mind-set
: a mental inclination, tendency, or habit
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