fraist

verb5

1. •
   (dialect, no longer used) To try; test; prove; put to the proof; make trial (of).

   • Þen found he no frekes to fraist on his strenght. — 1540
2. •
   (no longer used) To seek to learn; ask; inquire.
3. •
   (dialect, no longer used) To learn by trial; experience.
4. •
   (no longer used) To seek; be eager for; desire.
5. •
   (no longer used) To go forth on an expedition; sally forth.