test-drive

[test-drahyv]

verb (used with object)

test-drove, test-driven, test-driving. 

1. to drive (a vehicle) on the highway or a special track or route in order to evaluate performance and reliability.

test-drive

verb

1. to drive (a car or other motor vehicle) for a limited period in order to assess its capabilities and limitations

Word History and Origins

Origin of test-drive¹

First recorded in 1945–50