n. Function: verb
1 to subject to testing FF1C; try the door to be sure it's locked FF1E;
Synonyms: check, examine, prove, test
Related Words: inspect, scrutinize; appraise, judge, weigh
Idioms: make trial of, put to proof, put to the test
2 to subject to stress FF1C; the fine print tried her eyes FF1E;
Synonyms: distress, harass, irk, pain, strain, stress, trouble
Related Words: annoy, bother, vex
3
Synonyms: AFFLICT , agonize, crucify, excruciate, harrow, martyr, rack, torment, torture, wring
4
Synonyms: PROVE 1, demonstrate, test
5 to make an effort to do or accomplish something FF1C; the baby is trying to walk FF1E;
Synonyms: assay, attempt, endeavor, essay, offer, seek, strive, struggle, undertake
Related Words: aim, aspire, hope, strike
Idioms: do one's best ( or utmost) to, have a go at