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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024solve /sɑlv/USA pronunciation v. [~ + object], solved, solv•ing. - to find the answer or explanation for:to solve a puzzle.
- Mathematicsto work out the answer or solution to (a mathematical problem):Solve the equation when x is equal to 3.
solv•a•ble, adj. solv•er, n. [countable]See -solv-. WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024solve (solv),USA pronunciation v.t., solved, solv•ing. - to find the answer or explanation for;
clear up; explain:to solve the mystery of the missing books. - Mathematicsto work out the answer or solution to (a mathematical problem).
- Latin solvere to loosen, free, release, dissolve
- late Middle English solven 1400–50
solv′er, n. - 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged resolve, unravel, untangle, crack.
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