tester

noun
UK: /ˈtestər/
US: /ˈtestər/

  1. A person or thing that tests something.

    1. He is a tester for a software company.
    2. The company needs a good tester to find all of the bugs in the new program.

  2. A device used to check the quality or function of something.

    1. I bought a voltage tester to check the wiring.
    2. This electronic tester ensures that all the components are working correctly before they are shipped.

  3. A small sample of a product, often perfume or cosmetics, used to allow customers to try it.

    1. She sprayed the perfume tester on her wrist.
    2. The store gives away free testers of their new lipstick line to attract customers.

Synonyms

sampler checker

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "tester" in English means: A person or thing that tests something., A device used to check the quality or function of something., A small sample of a product, often perfume or cosmetics, used to allow customers to try it..

The phonetic transcription of "tester" is /ˈtestər/ in British English and /ˈtestər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "tester": sampler, checker.

Example usage of "tester": "He is a tester for a software company.". More examples on the page.