tried; trying
: to make an attempt
you can do it if you try
1
: to make an attempt at
—often used with an infinitive
try to fix the car
2
a
: to put to test or trial
try one's luck
—often used with outtry out a new method
b
: to subject to something (such as undue strain or excessive hardship or provocation) that tests the powers of endurance
c
: demonstrate, prove
3
a
: to examine or investigate judicially
try a case
b(1)
: to conduct the trial of
(2)
: to participate as counsel in the judicial examination of
4
5
: to fit or finish with accuracy
plural tries
1
: an experimental trial : attempt
succeeded on the first try
2
: a play in rugby that is similar to a touchdown in football, scores usually five points, and entitles the scoring side to attempt a placekick at the goal for additional points
also
: the score made on a try
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