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salve verb2 trans.L16.
[App. from late Latin salvare SAVE verb, infl. by SOLVE verb.]
Explain, account for (a difficulty, discrepancy, etc.); overcome (a doubt or objection). L16-M18.
b. Astronomy. Account for or explain by devising an appropriate theory or hypothesis. Only in 17.
salve the phenomena: see PHENOMENON.
Make tenable or credible, obviate objections to (an opinion, hypothesis, etc.). L16-E18.
Preserve (a person's honour, reputation, etc.); make good (one's oath, etc.). Also, save the reputation of (a person). L16-E19.