experiment

The testing of an idea.

“it was an experiment in living”

“not all experimentation is done in laboratories”

The act of conducting a controlled test or investigation.

A venture at something new or different.

“as an experiment he decided to grow a beard”

Try something new, as in order to gain experience.

“Students experiment sexually”

“The composer experimented with a new style”

To conduct a test or investigation.

“We are experimenting with the new drug in order to fight this disease”