English dictionary
solve
verbPronunciation
sɒlv
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
verb
- find the solution
verb
- settle, as of a debt
Example sentences
did you solve the problem?
Work out your problems with the boss
this unpleasant situation isn't going to work itself out
did you figure it out?
Did you puzzle out my meaning?
solve an equation
solve for x
clear a debt
solve an old debt