1.a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon;
the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
2.a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem;
they were trying to find a peaceful solution
3.something that results;
he listened for the results on the radio
4.the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause
1.issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end;
result in tragedy
2.result in;
The water left a mark on the silk dress