A stress test in which a system is subjected to a significant load over a significant period of time, to discover how the system behaves under sustained use.

An initial trial of a device or system to test its basic function.

plural of test pattern

plural of nonstress test

A screening test used in pregnancy, in which a cardiotocograph is used to monitor the fetal heart rate.

Alternative form of roadtest

Alternative form of roadtest

To teach in preparation for a standardized test, focusing narrowly on the material that will appear in the test.

A feminist test for evaluating a work of fiction by whether it contains (1) at least two women (especially, named female characters) (2) who talk to each other (3) about something other than a man.

plural of acceptance test