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solution

Pronunciation: /səˈl(j)uːʃən/

The English word “solution” has 8 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A homogeneous mixture, which may be liquid, gas or solid, formed by dissolving one or more substances.
  2. An act, plan or other means, used or proposed, to solve a problem.
  3. An answer to a problem.
  4. A product, service or suite thereof, especially software.
  5. Satisfaction of a claim or debt.
  6. The act of dissolving, especially of a solid by a fluid.
  7. The crisis of a disease.

verb

  1. To treat with a solution.

Etymology

From Middle English solucioun, from Old French solucion (French solution), from Latin solūtiōnem, accusative singular of solūtiō, from the verb solvō. Compare solve, -tion.

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