issue
nounUK /ˈɪʃ.uː/
US /ˈɪʃ.uː/
A problem or something that needs to be fixed.
The broken swing is a big issue at the park.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A subject or topic that people talk about.
The class discussed the issue of saving water.
3. One copy of a magazine or newspaper.
I bought the latest issue of my favorite comic.
4. To give something out to people.
The teacher will issue new books to the students.