English · Science & Technology

testing

/ˈtɛst.ɪŋ/

[/ˈtɛst.ɪŋ/]

checking by trial

Beginnernoun

Definition

The process of examining or trying something to find out whether it works correctly.

Example

After months of testing, the software was finally ready to be released to the public.

After months of testing, the software was finally ready to be released to the public.

Etymology

From 'test', from Old French 'test' (an earthen pot used to assay metals), from Latin 'testum'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in science, software, products, and education.

Watch “checking by trial” pronunciation on YouTube
technologymethod

Related Terms