Solution (en. Solution)

solu-sion

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Homogeneous mixture formed by the dissolution of a substance in a liquid.
Salt water is a solution of dissolved salt in water.
L'eau salée est une solution de sel dissous dans l'eau.
Answer or means to solve a problem.
We must find a solution to this dilemma.
Nous devons trouver une solution à ce dilemme.
Result of a mathematical operation, particularly in the context of solving an equation.
The solution of the equation is x equals 5.
La solution de l'équation est x égale à 5.

Etymology

From the Latin 'solutio', which means 'the act of solving'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

continuity solution
Interruption in a normal state or continuity.
solution de continuité
miracle solution
A quick and often illusory solution to a complex problem.
solution miracle
propose a solution
Suggest a way to solve a problem.
proposer une solution

Related Words

dissolution
Process of dissolving a substance in a solvent.
dissolution
solve
Finding an answer or solution to a problem.
résoudre
problem
Difficulty or question that requires a solution.
problème

Slang Meanings

Simplified approach to solving a problem.
He found an 'easy' solution for this issue.
Il a trouvé une solution 'easy' pour ce souci.
Temporary solution, often improvised.
It's a 'makeshift' solution but it works!
C'est une solution 'bricolage' mais ça marche !