result

n 1: a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous

phenomenon; "the magnetic effect was greater when the

rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing

consequences for business" [syn: {consequence}, {effect},

{outcome}, {issue}, {upshot}]

2: a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve

the problem; "they were trying to find a peaceful

solution"; "the answers were in the back of the book"; "he

computed the result to four decimal places" [syn: {solution},

{answer}, {resolution}]

3: the situation that exists when something ends; "he listened

for the results on the radio" [syn: {outcome}]

v 1: issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end;

"result in tragedy" [syn: {ensue}]

2: result in; "The water left a mark on the silk dress"; "Her

blood left a stain on the napkin" [syn: {leave}, {lead}]