test·er
| \ ˈte-stər
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tester
noun (2)
tes·ter
| \ ˈtē-stər
, ˈte- \
, ˈte- \
Definition of tester (Entry 2 of 3)
: the canopy over a bed, pulpit, or altar
tester
noun (3)
tes·ter
| \ ˈte-stər
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\
Definition of tester (Entry 3 of 3)
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“Tester.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tester. Accessed 24 Feb. 2021.
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