try definition

1. make an effort or attempt
• examples: He tried to shake off his fears
• examples: The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps
• examples: The police attempted to stop the thief
• examples: He sought to improve himself
• examples: She always seeks to do good in the world
2. give pain or trouble to
• examples: I've been sorely tried by these students
3. test the limits of
• examples: You are trying my patience!
4. melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
• examples: try the yak butter
• examples: render fat in a casserole
5. put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
• examples: Try on this sweater to see how it looks