n. [ F. séton (cf. It. setone), from L. seta a thick, stiff hair, a bristle. ] (Med. & Far.) A few silk threads or horsehairs, or a strip of linen or the like, introduced beneath the skin by a knife or needle, so as to form an issue; also, the issue so formed. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. A display, as of plate, equipage, etc.; that which is displayed. [ Coloq. ] Dickens. [ 1913 Webster ]