answer
//ˈænsər//
Noun
answersPlural
1
A spoken or written reply to a question, request, or problem.
I don't know the answer to this question.
2
A solution to a problem or puzzle.
The answer to the math problem is 42.
Verb
answeredPast tense
answeredPast participle
answeringPresent participle
answersThird-person singular
1
To speak, write, or act in response to a question or request.
Please answer my question.
2
To respond to a phone call or doorbell.
Can you answer the phone?
3
To be satisfactory or sufficient for a purpose or need.
This old computer will answer for basic tasks.