What does the cryptic crossword clue "I try this out on husband of a certain age (9)" mean?

The definition is "of a certain age". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ITRYTHIS ("I try this") + H (abbreviation of "husband") [anagram: "out"] = THIRTYISH; definition: "of a certain age" The answer is THIRTYISH.

I try this out on husband of a certain age (9)

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