Meaning of the word tester in English

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tester

US /ˈtes.tɚ/
UK /ˈtes.tɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person who tests something, especially software or products, to ensure quality or functionality

Example:
The software tester found several bugs before the release.
She works as a quality assurance tester for a gaming company.
2.

a device or substance used for testing

Example:
The electrician used a voltage tester to check the circuit.
She bought a small pH tester for her garden soil.
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