try on
/traɪ ɑn/
noun
- An act of putting on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good.
- The fitting room is for try-ons only.
- She did a quick try-on of the dress in the store.
- After a few try-ons, he decided on the blue jacket.
- An attempt to deceive or test someone's patience (British informal).
- The child's tantrum was a try-on to get more candy.
- Don't fall for that try-on — she's just pretending to be busy.
- His excuse was a complete try-on; he wasn't really sick.