troubleshoot

verb

trou·​ble·​shoot ˈtrə-bəl-ˌshüt 

troubleshot ˈtrə-bəl-ˌshät  ; troubleshooting

intransitive verb

: to operate or serve as a troubleshooter

is troubleshooting for an electronics firm

transitive verb

: to investigate or deal with in the role of troubleshooter

troubleshoots computer problems

troubleshoot a problem

Examples of troubleshoot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To start troubleshooting this issue, first check to ensure the washer is not filled more than 80% full, as overloading can cause balance issues. —Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025

However, the process of building the bikes came with its fair share of challenges, as the students had to troubleshoot several manufacturing issues. —Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025

Chatbots are challenging the dominance of online search, and are often used to troubleshoot potential problems in computer code. —Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025

Students will learn to wire avionics as well as to troubleshoot and repair wiring issues. —Sydney Sasser, Arkansas Online, 16 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from troubleshooter

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Rhymes for troubleshoot

• absolute
• arrowroot
• attribute
• bitterroot
• constitute
• convolute
• destitute
• disrepute
• dissolute
• execute
• institute
• involute

Kids Definition

troubleshoot

verb

trou·​ble·​shoot ˈtrəb-əl-ˌshüt 

troubleshot -ˌshät  ; troubleshooting

1

: to locate trouble and make repairs (as in machinery)

2

: to find a solution to a problem or disagreement