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Problem

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Noun

1. job, problem

a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved

Example Sentences:
'she and her husband are having problems'
'it is always a job to contact him'
'urban problems such as traffic congestion and smog'

2. problem

a question raised for consideration or solution

Example Sentences:
'our homework consisted of ten problems to solve'

3. problem, trouble

a source of difficulty

Example Sentences:
'one trouble after another delayed the job'
'what's the problem?'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.


Problem

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noun
1. 
a. 
any thing, matter, person, etc, that is difficult to deal with, solve, or overcome
b. 
(as modifier)
a problem child
2. 
a puzzle, question, etc, set for solution
3. mathematics
a statement requiring a solution usually by means of one or more operations or geometric constructions
4. (modifier)
designating a literary work that deals with difficult moral questions
a problem play

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Problem

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noun
1. 
a question proposed for solution or consideration
2. 
a question, matter, situation, or person that is perplexing or difficult
3.  Ancient Mathematics
a proposition requiring solution by mathematical operations, constructions, etc.
adjective
4. 
presenting a problem of human conduct or social relationships
a problem novel
5. 
very difficult to deal with; esp., very difficult to train or discipline
a problem child

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Problem

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n.
1. A question to be considered, solved, or answered: math problems.
2.
a. A situation, matter, or person that is hard to deal with or understand: was having problems breathing; considered the main problem to be his boss. See Usage Note at dilemma.
b. A personal matter that causes one difficulty or needs to be dealt with: felt her tyrannical boss had deep-seated problems.
3. A misgiving, objection, or complaint: I have a problem with his cynicism.
adj.
1. Difficult to deal with or control: a problem child.
2. Dealing with a moral or social problem: a problem play.

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