puzzle (pŭzz'l), n. [For opposal, in the sense of problem. See Oppose, Pose, v.] 1. Something which perplexes or embarrasses; especially, a toy or a problem contrived for testing ingenuity; also, something exhibiting marvelous skill in making.
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2. The state of being puzzled; perplexity; as, to be in a puzzle.
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Puzzle, v. i. 1. To be bewildered, or perplexed.
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A puzzling fool, that heeds nothing. L'Estrange.
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2. To work, as at a puzzle; as, to puzzle over a problem.
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