weaktry

noun
UK /ˈwiːktraɪ/
US /ˈwiːktraɪ/

A weaktry is a try that is not strong or does not work well.

His first weaktry at building the tower fell down right away.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A try that is done without much energy or care.

She gave a weaktry at cleaning her room and left toys everywhere.

3. A first try that is not expected to succeed.

The weaktry at the new game ended quickly.

4. A try that is easily beaten or broken.

The weaktry of a knot came undone in the wind.