Meaning Of The Word Try on

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What's The Definition Of Try on?

try on
If you say that a person is trying it on, you mean that they are trying to obtain something or to impress someone, often in a slightly dishonest way and without much hope of success.
phrasal verb: If you try on a piece of clothing, you put it on to see if it fits you or if it looks nice.

try on in British English
to put on (an article of clothing) to find out whether it fits or is suitable

try-on in British English
to put on an article of clothing in order to judge its appearance and fit
to test the fit or appearance of (an item of clothing, jewelry, etc.) by putting it on
noun: an action or statement made to test out a person's gullibility, tolerance, etc

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