First Known Use: 14th century
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solution
noun so·lu·tion \sə-ˈlü-shən\
: something that is used or done to deal with and end a problem : something that solves a problem
: the act of solving something
: a correct answer to a problem, puzzle, etc.
Full Definition of SOLUTION
1
a : an action or process of solving a problem b : an answer to a problem : explanation; specifically : a set of values of the variables that satisfies an equation
2
a : an act or the process by which a solid, liquid, or gaseous substance is homogeneously mixed with a liquid or sometimes a gas or solid b : a homogeneous mixture formed by this process; especially : a single-phase liquid system c : the condition of being dissolved
3
: a bringing or coming to an end or into a state of discontinuity
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Origin of SOLUTION
Middle English solucion explanation, dispersal of bodily humors, from Anglo-French, from Latin solution-, solutio, from solvere to loosen, solve
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solution
noun so·lu·tion \sə-ˈlü-shən\
Definition of SOLUTION for Kids
1
: the act or process of solving <His solution to the problem was to wait.>
2
: an answer to a problem : explanation <The solution of the math problem is on the board.>
3
: the act or process by which a solid, liquid, or gas is dissolved in a liquid
4
: a liquid in which something has been dissolved <a solution of sugar in water>
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solution
noun so·lu·tion \sə-ˈlü-shən\
Medical Definition of SOLUTION
1
a : an act or the process by which a solid, liquid, or gaseous substance is homogeneously mixed with a liquid or sometimes a gas or solid—called also dissolution b : a homogeneous mixture formed by this process
2
a : a liquid containing a dissolved substance <an aqueous solution> b : a liquid and usually aqueous medicinal preparation with the solid ingredients soluble c : the condition of being dissolved <a substance in solution>
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