test-drive

American  

[test-drahyv] / ˈtɛstˌdraɪv /

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.

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test-drive British  

verb

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

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Etymology

Origin of test-drive

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Massaging the ordering slightly, under X we find “extinction,” in which Garfield describes a YouTube video where modern teenagers are asked to test-drive an old-fashioned ink-and-paper encyclopedia.

From Washington Post

Democrats are looking to defend their fragile grasp on the House and Senate next year and see Congress’ August recess as an early opportunity to test-drive their messages to voters as they lay the groundwork for competitive 2022 midterm races.

From Washington Times

T-Mobile offers a handy way to test-drive its network on your own phone without switching from your current provider.

From The Verge

You may want to take your vision of retirement out for a test-drive before you quit work, Eweka says.

From Seattle Times

Then test-drive the all-new GunRunner.

From Washington Post