Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tryout

noun
/ˈtraɪ.aʊt/
Definition
A test of performance or ability, especially in sports or entertainment.
Examples
  • She attended the tryout for the school play last weekend.
  • The team held a tryout to find new players for the upcoming season.
  • He was nervous about the tryout for the dance competition.
Meaning
An event where someone demonstrates their skills to see if they are suitable for a particular role or position.
Synonyms
  • audition
  • test
  • selection