'assay' definitions:

Definition of 'assay'

From: WordNet
noun
An appraisal of the state of affairs; "they made an assay of the contents"; "a check on its dependability under stress" [syn: assay, check]
noun
A substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components
noun
A written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance
noun
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.
verb
Analyze (chemical substances)
verb
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" [syn: try, seek, attempt, essay, assay]

Synonyms of 'assay'

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