Main Entry: so·lu·tion

Pronunciation: \sə-ˈlü-shən\

Function: noun

1 a : an act or the process by which a solid, liquid, or gaseous substance is homogeneously mixed with a liquid or sometimes a gas or solid—called also dissolution b : a homogeneous mixture formed by this process
2 a : a liquid containing a dissolved substance <an aqueous solution> b : a liquid and usually aqueous medicinal preparation with the solid ingredients soluble c : the condition of being dissolved <a substance in solution>