Result - Definition

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"; "he acted very wise after the event" [syn:
consequence, effect, outcome, result, event,
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,
result, resolution, solvent]
3: something that results; "he listened for the results on the
radio" [syn: result, resultant, final result,
outcome, termination]
4: the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists
only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the
clause [syn: resultant role, result]
v 1: issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end;
"result in tragedy" [syn: result, ensue]
2: have as a result or residue; "The water left a mark on the
silk dress"; "Her blood left a stain on the napkin" [syn:
leave, result, lead]
3: come about or follow as a consequence; "nothing will result
from this meeting"