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trial run

/ˌˈtraɪ(ə)l ˌrən/

Other forms: trial runs

Definitions of trial run
  1. noun
    trying something to find out about it
    synonyms: test, trial, tryout
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    field test, field trial
    a test of the performance of some new product under the conditions in which it will be used
    alpha test
    (computer science) a first test of an experimental product (such as computer software) carried out by the developer
    beta test
    (computer science) a second test of an experimental product (such as computer software) carried out by an outside organization
    road test
    a test to insure that a vehicle is roadworthy
    trial balloon
    a test of public opinion
    test drive
    test of the roadworthiness of a vehicle one is considering buying
    type of:
    experiment, experimentation
    the testing of an idea
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