try on

verb

tried on; trying on; tries on

transitive verb

1
: to put on (a garment) in order to test the fit
2
: to use or test experimentally
try-on
ˈtrī-ˌȯn How to pronounce try on (audio)
-ˌän
noun

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The second of these episodes includes the bonus cameo of Chris Farley, trying on a leather jacket several sizes too small for him. — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 Now, at 79, Kaye is trying on a new role with the release of his first true solo album, Goin’ Local. — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 25 Aug. 2026 In fact, Julia Roberts just wore a very similar black Posse set that featured the style, and Bella Hadid tried on the trend earlier this summer. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026 Looking back, that moment was more so about trying on who Bell could be rather than the lipstick itself. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for try on

Word History

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of try on was in 1664

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tryna
try on
try one's best/hardest
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try on

verb
: to put on (as a garment) in order to test the fit
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