find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of; did you solve the problem?; Work out your problems with the boss; this unpleasant situation isnt going to work itself out; did you get it?; Did you get my meaning?; He could not work the math problem

[ Syn: work out , figure out , puzzle out , lick , work ]

find the solution; solve an equation; solve for x

[ Syn: resolve ]

settle, as of a debt; clear a debt; solve an old debt

[ Syn: clear ]