| n. | 1. | a test of the performance capability of a person, to ascertain fitness for a particular task; in sports, a test by which the fitness of a player or contestant to remain in a certain class is determined. |
| 2. | (Theater) one or more performances of a play prior to the official opening, held at a location outside of the city where it is to be formally presented, conducted for the purpose of determining audience response or ascertaining weaknesses needing correction. |
| Noun | 1. | tryout - trying something to find out about it; "a sample for ten days free trial"; "a trial of progesterone failed to relieve the pain" |
| 2. | tryout - a test of the suitability of a performer Synonyms: audition |