To attempt (something).
To affect.
To analyze or estimate the composition or value of (a metal, ore etc.).
To try tasting, as food or drink.
Tested purity or value.
Trial, attempt.
The qualitative or quantitative chemical analysis of something.
The act or process of ascertaining the proportion of a particular metal in an ore or alloy; especially, the determination of the proportion of gold or silver in bullion or coin.
The alloy or metal to be assayed.
Examination and determination; test.
Trial by danger or by affliction; adventure; risk; hardship; state of being tried.
To persist or continue far beyond any purpose, interest or reason.