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tester

|test/er|

B2

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/ˈtɛstər/

🇬🇧

/ˈtɛstə/

(test)

evaluation procedure

Base FormPluralPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjectiveAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'tester' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'testere,' where 'test' meant 'a trial or examination.'

Historical Evolution

'testere' transformed into the modern English word 'tester' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a person who tests,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person or device that tests something.

The software tester found several bugs in the program.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a small sample of a product, especially cosmetics, for customers to try before buying.

The store offers testers for all their perfumes.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/31 00:35