English Explanatory Dictionary

test the waters

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To explore or probe, as before making a commitment.

Pronunciation

En-au-test the waters.ogg

Word forms

test the waters tests the waters testing the waters tested the waters test the water

Synonyms

dip one's toe in the water put out feelers

Related words

raise the flag and see who salutes trial balloon
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