result (
http://definr.com/result)
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,
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,
resolution,
solvent]
3: something that results; "he listened for the results on the
radio" [syn:
resultant,
outcome]
v 1: issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end;
"result in tragedy" [syn:
ensue]
2: result in; "The water left a mark on the silk dress"; "Her
blood left a stain on the napkin" [syn:
leave,
lead]