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(tri-al-and-er-ror) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. experimenting until a solution is found;
adjective. relating to solving problems by experience rather than theory

Example Sentence

They found a solution by trial and error. Spelled as three words.

Synonyms

experiment; experimentation; hit and miss

Antonyms

proven method

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