Meaning of 'trial'

noun

the act of testing something

Example: "in the experimental trials the amount of carbon was measured separately"

Synonyms: run

noun

the act of undergoing testing

Synonyms: test

noun

the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law

Example: "The defendant had a fair trial and the jury found them guilty."

noun

trying something to find out about it

Example: "a sample for ten days free trial"

Synonyms: test

noun

an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event

Example: "Long speeches can be a great trial."

Synonyms: visitation

noun

(sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications

Example: "the trials for the semifinals began yesterday"