Assay (Verb)
Meaning 1
Analyze (chemical substances).
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The team will assay the sample to determine the exact composition of the alloy.
- Scientists assay the soil to identify any toxic chemicals that might be present.
- The lab technician's job is to assay the blood samples for signs of disease.
- To better understand the properties of the substance, researchers decided to assay it in a controlled environment.
- The chemical company will assay the waste material to ensure it meets the regulatory standards.
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Meaning 2
Make an effort or attempt; "He tried to shake off his fears"; "The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps"; "The police attempted to stop the thief"; "He sought to improve himself"; "She always seeks to do good in the world".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The scientist assay a new method for growing cells in a lab setting.
- At night, a violinist began to assay the piece to perfect the solo.
- It took many rehearsals for her to assay the choreography without stumbling.
- A young entrepreneur decided to assay a new marketing strategy on social media.
- She took a chance by choosing to assay unknown songs in front of a large audience.