experiment
UK: ɪkˈsper.ɪ.mənt | US: ɪkˈsper.ə.mənt
n. a scientific procedure to test a hypothesis or demonstrate a fact
v. to perform a scientific procedure to discover something
The word "experiment" originates from Latin experimentum (a trial, test, or proof), derived from experiri (to try). The morpheme ex- means "out," peri- (from periri, a variant of per- meaning "try" or "risk"), and -ment denotes a resulting state or action. The term evolved through Old French experiment before entering Middle English, retaining its core meaning of testing or trial.
The chemistry class conducted an experiment to observe chemical reactions.
She decided to experiment with different ingredients in her recipe.
The results of the experiment supported the scientist’s theory.
Children often experiment with new ways to solve problems.
His early experiments in photography led to groundbreaking techniques.