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   Solve , v. t. [imp. & p. p. Solved ; p. pr. & vb. n. Solving.] [L. solvere, solutum; from a prefix so- expressing separation (cf. Sober) + luere to loosen; cf. OF. soldre, soudre. See Loose, and cf. Absolve.] To explain; to resolve; to unfold; to clear up (what is obscure or difficult to be understood); to work out to a result or conclusion; as, to solve a doubt; to solve difficulties; to solve a problem.
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   True piety would effectually solve such scruples.
   South.
   
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   God shall solve the dark decrees of fate.
   Tickell.
   
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   Syn. -- To explain; resolve; unfold; clear up.
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   Solve, n. A solution; an explanation. [Obs.]
   Shak.
   
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