assay (Meaning)
assay (n)
an appraisal of the state of affairs
a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components
a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance
a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc.
assay (v)
analyze (chemical substances)
make an effort or attempt
assay (n.)
Trial; attempt; essay.
Examination and determination; test; as, an assay of bread or wine.
Trial by danger or by affliction; adventure; risk; hardship; state of being tried.
Tested purity or value.
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.
assay (v.)
To try; to attempt; to apply.
To affect.
To try tasting, as food or drink.
To subject, as an ore, alloy, or other metallic compound, to chemical or metallurgical examination, in order to determine the amount of a particular metal contained in it, or to ascertain its composition.
assay (v. i.)
To attempt, try, or endeavor.
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assay Sentence Examples
- The scientist conducted an assay to measure the concentration of a specific protein in the sample.
- The mining company performed an assay to determine the gold content in the ore.
- The laboratory technician conducted an assay to assess the effectiveness of the new medication.
- The assay revealed elevated levels of toxins in the water supply, prompting an investigation.
- Before releasing the product, the manufacturer conducted an assay to ensure its quality and purity.
- The assay results indicated a positive correlation between the variables being studied.
- The pharmaceutical company conducted an assay to test the drug's potency against various strains of bacteria.
- The assay of the soil samples showed high levels of nutrients, making it suitable for agriculture.
- The assay of the archaeological artifacts provided insights into the ancient civilization's diet and lifestyle.
- The researcher developed a novel assay method to detect genetic mutations associated with the disease.
FAQs About the word assay
an appraisal of the state of affairs, a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components, a written report of the results of an analysis of the compos
analysis, dissection, examination, assessment, anatomy, breakdown, inspection, diagnosis,investigation, evaluation
integration, integration, consolidation,synthesis, aggregation, consolidation, synthesis, aggregation, amalgamation, unification
The scientist conducted an assay to measure the concentration of a specific protein in the sample.
The mining company performed an assay to determine the gold content in the ore.
The laboratory technician conducted an assay to assess the effectiveness of the new medication.
The assay revealed elevated levels of toxins in the water supply, prompting an investigation.
