Solution, explanation, answering.

The action or process of solving; the state, condition, or fact of being solved.

Finding out, solution (of a problem). Obsolete.

The action or an act of finding the answer to a question, the solution to a problem, etc.; the elimination or easing of doubt. Also: the fact of…

Solution, answer, esp. to a difficulty. Obsolete.

Solution, explanation.

The resolving of a difficulty, solution.

Solution of a difficulty; reconciliation of conflicting statements. Obsolete.

(a) n.the action of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues; (b) adj. involved in or related to this activity; that solves problems.