[v] take a sample of; "Try these new crackers"; "Sample the regional dishes"
[v] perform in order to get a role; "She auditioned for a role on Broadway"
[v] put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to; "This approach has been tried with good results"; "Test this recipe"
[v] try something new, as in order to gain experience; "Students experiment sexually"; "The composer experimented with a new style"