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assay
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Noun
  • 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.
  • a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance
  • a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components
  • an appraisal of the state of affairs
    • they made an assay of the contents
    • a check on its dependability under stress
Verb
  • 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
  • analyze (chemical substances)
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