solution

Pronunciation: /səˈl(j)uːʃən/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution
  2. noun a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
  3. noun a method for solving a problem

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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Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
mixture
Narrower (hyponyms)
brine, fehling's solution, infusion, bleach liquor, injection, sap

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