solution set

noun

: the set of values that satisfy an equation
also : truth set

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There is now a wide range of solution sets available that integrate with selfie verification tools, including Persona, Clear or Plaid, which can address other friction points and streamline the process. Sal Rehmetullah, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 By using the growing climate tech solution set big corporations can also help accelerate deployment of these innovations. Jamil Wyne, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024 These shapes are the solution sets of certain equations that have two variables, like y2 = x3 − x. Kevin Hartnett, Quanta Magazine, 6 May 2024 Increase the probability of getting the best answer by broadening the solution set. Colin Graham, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022 This combination, coupled with BrightDrop’s holistic solution set, gives us powerful advantages that uniquely position us to support the world's largest delivery companies, like Walmart and FedEx, with their robust sustainability goals. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 5 Jan. 2022

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of solution set was in 1959

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“Solution set.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solution%20set. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

solution set

noun
: a set of values that are solutions for an equation
also : truth set
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