trial

Definition

  • n. trying something to find out about it
  • n. (law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law
  • n. (sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications
  • n. an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event

Word forms

Plural
trials

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The trial lasted for three weeks and the jury finally reached a verdict.

  2. a.

    The company is conducting a trial run of their new product before the official launch.