tester

noun
UK /ˈtestə/
US /ˈtestər/

A person or thing that checks if something works well.

The tester tried the new toy to make sure it was safe.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small sample of a product given to people to try.

The shop gave out free testers of the new shampoo.

3. A person who takes a test or exam.

The testers waited quietly for their exam papers.

4. A device or machine used to check something.

He used a battery tester to see if the batteries were full.

5. A canopy over a bed, like in old castles.

The old bed had a fancy tester above it.