Assay (Noun)
Meaning 1
A quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Related Words
Meaning 2
A written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
An appraisal of the state of affairs; "they made an assay of the contents"; "a check on its dependability under stress".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The team made an assay of the company's financial situation before deciding whether to invest.
- The engineer conducted an assay of the bridge's structural integrity after the earthquake.
- The researchers performed an assay of the new material's durability under various environmental conditions.
- The auditor made an assay of the company's accounting practices to identify any discrepancies.
- The committee conducted an assay of the candidate's qualifications and experience before making a decision.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Meaning 4
A substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.