troubleshoot
Translation
to troubleshoot, to debug, to diagnose
Examples
I need to troubleshoot the printer.
I need to troubleshoot the printer.
He's good at troubleshooting computer problems.
He's good at troubleshooting computer problems.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to analyze and solve problems for (sth.) I need to troubleshoot the printer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diagnose, debug, fix, resolve
Etymology
A compound word: 'trouble' + 'shoot'. It means to 'shoot' or get rid of trouble, originally from telephone line repair.
Memory Tips
Imagine you are a detective 'shooting' down problems one by one.