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Word

solver

US/ˈsɑɫvɝ/

UK/sˈɒlvɐ/

Definition

n. a person or a computer program that finds the answer to a difficult problem. You use this word when someone is very good at fixing tricky situations or puzzles.

n. an individual or algorithmic process that identifies a solution to a complex problem or puzzle. Often used in technical contexts to describe software designed for specific computational tasks.

Examples

“The math solver found the answer in seconds.”

“After hours of debugging, the lead developer became the ultimate solver of the software crash issue.”

“Modern logistics rely on sophisticated solvers that can calculate the most efficient delivery routes in real time, accounting for unpredictable traffic patterns and weather shifts.”

Examples

simple

“The math solver found the answer in seconds.”

contextual

“After hours of debugging, the lead developer became the ultimate solver of the software crash issue.”

complex

“Modern logistics rely on sophisticated solvers that can calculate the most efficient delivery routes in real time, accounting for unpredictable traffic patterns and weather shifts.”

Real-World Examples

“Scott Armstrong, a solver in Philadelphia, said that applying the more complex strategies gave him new ways to enjoy the game.”
The New York Times · 28 Mar 2025

Etymology

From solve + -er.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
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