Definitions

1. noun

a test or trial, especially of the quality or genuineness of something

“The lab performed an assay to determine the concentration of the chemical in the sample.”

2. verb

to test or try the quality or genuineness of something

“The geologist had to assay the ore to determine its value.”

3. verb

to determine the amount or proportion of a particular substance in a mixture

“The chemist assayed the mixture to find the concentration of the solvent.”

4. verb

to evaluate or estimate the quality or potential of something

“The investor had to assay the company’s financials before making a decision.”