noun
go
An attempt or turn at doing something.
When the puzzle seems impossible, I give it another go.
Etymology
The attempt noun names one occasion of going ahead with an action. A go is a turn or trial, whether or not the effort succeeds.
More examples
- Do you want a go at fixing this zipper?
- You get three goes at knocking down all the cans.
- It's your go, so roll the dice.
Forms
go · goes