Settled matter is a term used to describe something that has been resolved and is no longer in dispute. In this crossword, the solutions for the term are SEDIMENT (8 letters), DREGS (5 letters), and LEES (4 letters). SEDIMENT is the material that settles at the bottom of a liquid, such as water or wine. DREGS are the last remaining particles of SEDIMENT after the liquid has been drained away. LEES are the SEDIMENT that remains after fermentation of a liquid, such as wine or beer.