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sea trials

American  

noun

(used with a plural verb)
  1. a series of trial runs to test the performance of a new ship.


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The parties said they wanted to see the results of the submarine's sea trials before releasing the funds.

From Barron's Dec. 1, 2025

First launched in 2022, the Fujian started conducting sea trials last year to test its systems and operational capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 7, 2025

Once handed over, ferry operator CalMac will then conduct its own sea trials before the ship finally enters service on the busy Arran route.

From BBC Feb. 13, 2024

During initial sea trials Glen Sannox will gather pace, slow down and test its anchors, possibly travelling as far as Gourock over the coming days.

From BBC Feb. 13, 2024

After construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, there were sea trials last June, October and November.

From Seattle Times Jan. 15, 2024

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