experimentalbuilds

noun

UK /ɪkˌspɛrɪˈmɛntəl bɪldz/

US /ɪkˌspɛrɪˈmɛntəl bɪldz/

Test versions of things that people make to try out new ideas.

The game company shared experimental builds with players to see what they thought.

SYNONYMS

test versions prototypes trial builds beta versions work-in-progress versions

RELATED WORDS

experiments drafts models tests iterations

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Early versions of software shared to find bugs and get feedback.

Players downloaded the experimental builds to report crashes.

3. Custom-made creations in games like Minecraft that test unusual designs.

His experimental builds used floating islands and glowing blocks.

4. Temporary structures or machines made to test how well an idea works.

The engineers compared several experimental builds before choosing a final design.