Resolvent

Resolvent
Resolvent Re*solv"ent, n. [L. resolvens, p. pr. of resolvere: cf. F. r['e]solvant. See {Resolve}.] 1. That which has the power of resolving, or causing solution; a solvent. [1913 Webster]

2. (Med.) That which has power to disperse inflammatory or other tumors; a discutient; anything which aids the absorption of effused products. --Coxe. [1913 Webster]

3. (Math.) An equation upon whose solution the solution of a given pproblem depends. [1913 Webster]


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