tester
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2.8
- noun
- /ˈtɛstər/
:
examinador
- During the assessment, the tester noted how well each participant understood the material.
- beta testers
- testers found problems
- testers reported
The questions are read aloud by a computer or a tester to the adult being screened.
- The questions are read aloud by a computer or a tester to the adult being screened.
Examples
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In groups, the tester demonstrates how to complete a sample problem for each problem type.
Academic text (2015) -
We thank our testers and data-entry staff for their contributions.
Academic text (2015) -
I was curious if you would like to be a product tester for me!
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Students have 1 minute to write a constructed response before the tester reads the next problem.
Academic text (2015) -
In groups, the tester reads each problem aloud as students follow along on paper.
Academic text (2015) -
If a child hesitates or struggles with a word for 3 seconds, then the tester provides the target.
Academic text (2012) -
The questions are read aloud by a computer or a tester to the adult being screened.
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The tester reads all problems aloud, and students respond using a multiple-choice format.
Academic text (2015) -
The tester explained the rules before assessing the students' knowledge during the examination.
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After reviewing the applications, the tester selected the most qualified candidates for the interview.
Synonyms
81
2.8
A person who gives tests to judge people's ability
34
3.0
A person or machine that finds mistakes in facts, writing and products
18
7.4
A person who watches students during an exam to stop cheating
7
4.3
A person who judges how good or useful something is
3
4.3
A person who judges how good or valuable something is
1
8.2
A person who watches students during an exam to prevent cheating
A person who asks people questions to test their knowledge
A person who gives and scores tests about thinking and emotions
Compounds
- Specialized
A tool that sends sound waves through concrete to check its strength without breaking it
How Official
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Tester meaning a person who gives a test comes from the common word test plus the ending -er which means 'one who does'. So a tester is the person who gives or watches a test to check someone's knowledge or skills.