Trial

/ˈtɹaɪəl/

The meaning and definition of Trial, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. An opportunity to test something out; a test.
    “They will perform the trials for the new equipment next week.”
  2. A difficult or annoying experience.
    “That boy was a trial to his parents.”
verb
  1. To carry out a series of tests on (a new product, procedure etc.) before marketing or implementing it.
    “The warning system was extensively trialed before being fitted to all our vehicles.”
  2. To try out (a new player) in a sports team.
    “The team trialled a new young goalkeeper in Saturday's match, with mixed results.”

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