troubleshoot

verb

trou·​ble·​shoot ˈtrə-bəl-ˌshüt 

troubleshot ˈtrə-bəl-ˌshät  ; troubleshooting

intransitive verb

: to operate or serve as a troubleshooter

is troubleshooting for an electronics firm

transitive verb

: to investigate or deal with in the role of troubleshooter

troubleshoots TV receivers

troubleshoot a problem

Examples of troubleshoot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Monthly workshops reinforced these practices and provided space for managers to troubleshoot implementation challenges. —Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025

This is a helpful visualization for troubleshooting the best spot to place your new sauna, whether that be in your garage, bathroom, patio, or at-home gym. —Izzy Baskette, People.com, 6 May 2025

Duties include reviewing system logs, troubleshooting software issues and utilizing standard operating procedures. —Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Apr. 2025

The authors consulted virologists to create an extremely difficult practical test which measured the ability to troubleshoot complex lab procedures and protocols. —Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from troubleshooter

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Rhymes for troubleshoot

• absolute
• arrowroot
• attribute
• bitterroot
• constitute
• convolute
• destitute
• disrepute
• dissolute
• execute
• institute
• involute

Kids Definition

troubleshoot

verb

trou·​ble·​shoot ˈtrəb-əl-ˌshüt 

troubleshot -ˌshät  ; troubleshooting

1

: to locate trouble and make repairs (as in machinery)

2

: to find a solution to a problem or disagreement