(n): (chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding)
(n): a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
(n): a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
(n): a method for solving a problem
(n): a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
(n): the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
(n): (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
(n): the successful action of solving a problem
(n): an attainment that is successful
