muestrear

Senses

1. 1.

   to sample; to take a sample

   to extract or collect a representative sample from a larger population or material

2. 2.

   to show; to display (especially in fashion/retail contexts)

   to present or exhibit goods or products to customers

Examples

• "Los técnicos muestrearon el agua del río para analizar su calidad."

  The technicians sampled the river water to analyze its quality.

• "La empresa muestrea sus productos en las ferias comerciales."

  The company displays its products at trade fairs.

• "Se muestrean diferentes telas para que el cliente pueda elegir."

  Different fabrics are shown so that the customer can choose.

Usage

Muestrear is a regular -ear verb and is most common in technical, scientific, and commercial contexts. It derives from muestra (sample), and in statistical contexts it is the standard term for sampling. In retail, it means to display or demonstrate products.