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"Set" and "drift" are terms often used in various contexts, but they can have specific meanings depending on the field: 1. **In Navigation (Maritime or Aerial):** - **Set:** Refers to the direction in which a current or wind is pushing a vessel or aircraft away from its intended course. It is typically expressed as a bearing (e.g., degrees on a compass).

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