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 

-ˌän

noun

Examples of try on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

When deciding where to shop in person, the survey showed that consumers prioritize the best overall prices and promotions at 54 percent, convenient locations at 34 percent, and the ability to see, try on or choose items in person at 31 percent. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

At the conclusion of the episode, Catherine tries on a new persona, one that really, really loves salads. — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 28 July 2026

The area has stairs, cracked sidewalks, and stone backstreets, so the sneakers were tried on over two miles of city terrain. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Beckham went to the Dallas location and also tried on some Texas headgear at the McKinney Hat Company. — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for try on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon

Kids Definition

try on

verb

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