The Meaning of SOLUTION – SOLUTION in a Sentence

The word SOLUTION has two main meanings in English.

This video provides 3 illustrated examples covering these two meanings of SOLUTION. Take a moment to look at the picture, then listen and read the sentence example. If there are unfamiliar words in the sentence examples, be sure to check them in a dictionary to get a full understanding of the sentence. Seeing SOLUTION in a sentence can help you understand the various contexts in which it can be used.

At the end of the video, you will also find a list of common synonyms. Additionally, common collocations are listed in which the word SOLUTION is often found.

Once you know the meaning and definition of SOLUTION, make a conscious effort over the next one or two days to use the word in your English conversation.

Here is a transcript of the video: What is the Meaning of SOLUTION?

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SOLUTION (n.)
Pronounced: Pronounced: suh◦LOO◦shun

Definition:
1. the answer to a problem, or the process of dealing with a problem
2. a mixture of a minor component with a major component

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The sentence reads: A corner sink is a good space-saving solution for a small bathroom.

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The sentence reads: Electric cars are seen by many people as part of the solution to climate change.

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The sentence reads: As she was dehydrated, she was given a saline solution drip.

Note: Saline solution is a mixture of sodium chloride in water.

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SOLUTION means: 1. the answer to a problem, or the process of dealing with a problem, 2. a mixture of a minor component with a major component.

Synonyms include:

explanation
result
key
blend
liquid

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Common Collocations

ideal solution
common solution
the only solution
peaceful solution
part of the solution
ingenious solution

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If you are interested in the meaning of SOLUTION and seeing SOLUTION in a sentence, be sure to check another entry in The Illustrated Dictionary:
The Meaning of HANG – HANG in a Sentence

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