Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
assay
verb
/əˈseɪ/
Definition
To analyze or evaluate a substance, particularly to determine its composition or quality.
Examples
- The scientist will assay the gold sample to determine its purity.
- Researchers assay blood samples to check for various diseases.
Meaning
An assay typically involves testing a material to understand its properties or the presence of certain elements or compounds.
Synonyms
- analyze
- evaluate
- test
- examine
