(transitive) To test (something) to see how it works or whether it is suitable. / (intransitive) To undergo a test before being selected; to audition.

Deserving of an attempt.

Alternative form of old college try

(dated) To experiment. / (dated) To engage in a contest.

plural of try house

(historical) A place where oil is extracted from blubber, etc.

plural of try-scorer

(rubgy) A player who scores a try, or who is adept at scoring tries.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see captain, -'s, try. / (rugby) A try scored by a captain when their team is in need of inspiration.

plural of try-on