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English to English noun
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an appraisal of the state of affairs |
• they made an assay of the contents
• a check on its dependability under stress
source: wordnet30
| 2 |
a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components | source: wordnet30
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a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance | source: wordnet30
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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. | source: wordnet30 source: webster1913 verb
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analyze (chemical substances) | source: wordnet30
| 7 |
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
source: wordnet30
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To try; to attempt; to apply. | source: webster1913
| 9 |
To attempt, try, or endeavor. | source: webster1913
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