experiment
//ɪkˈsperɪmənt//
Noun
experimentSingular
experimentsPlural
1
A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.
The scientists conducted an experiment to test their hypothesis.
2
A course of action tentatively adopted without being sure of the outcome; a trial or test.
The new policy is an experiment to see if it improves productivity.
Verb
experimentedPast tense
experimentedPast participle
experimentingPresent participle
experimentsThird-person singular
1
To perform a scientific procedure to test a hypothesis or discover something unknown.
Scientists experiment with new drugs to find cures for diseases.
2
To try out new ideas, methods, or activities to see what effect they have.
She likes to experiment with different cooking styles.