try on for size
To test an item of clothing by wearing it, to determine if it is the correct sizeTo test an item of clothing by wearing it, to determine if it is the correct size.
» Try this one on for size.
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4 senses(literally, transitive)To test an item of clothing by wearing it, to determine if it is the correct size.
(figuratively, transitive)To test something for suitability.
(figuratively, transitive)To ponder or consider an idea.
(figuratively, imperative, transitive)To receive an imminent attack.
Examples
8 sentencesTry this one on for size.
I'd like to try on one size smaller than this.
ruЯ хотела бы померить такое же на размер меньше. — marafon
Try this on for size.
ruПроверь, подойдёт ли по размеру. — odexed
These jeans feel too tight. May I try on another size?
ruЭти джинсы кажутся слишком узкими. Могу я примерить другой размер? — sqrrl
Try this for size.
ruПримерьте это, чтобы посмотреть, подходит ли вам этот размер. — sharptoothed
Forms
tries on for size, trying on for size, tried on for size, tried on for size| Base form | try on for size · to try on for size |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | tries on for size |
| Present participle | trying on for size |
| Past simple | tried on for size |
| Past participle | tried on for size |
irregular
Lessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle