Meaning of the word assay in English
What does assay mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
assay
US /æsˈeɪ/
UK /æsˈeɪ/
Noun
1.
the testing of a metal or ore to determine its ingredients and quality.
Example:
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submission of plate for assay
Verb
1.
determine the content or quality of (a metal or ore).
Example:
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the man who assayed gold was more than a technician
2.
attempt.
Example:
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I assayed a little joke of mine on him
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