1. A statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
   "they were trying to find a peaceful solution";
   - answer, result, resolution, solvent
    
2. A method for solving a problem
   "the easy solution is to look it up in the handbook"
    
3. The set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
   "The quadratic equation had two solutions";
   - root
    
4. A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution
   "he used a solution of peroxide and water"
    
5. The successful action of solving a problem
   "the solution took three hours"

Derived forms: solutions

Type of: method, mixture, set, statement, success

Encyclopedia: Solution, The