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tested

adjective test·ed \ˈtes-təd\

Definition of TESTED

:  subjected to or qualified through testing —often used in combination <time-tested principles>
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First Known Use of TESTED

1748

Rhymes with TESTED

crested, vested
Medical Dictionary

tested

adjective

Medical Definition of TESTED

:  subjected to test; especially :  pronounced free of disease as a result of testing <tuberculin-tested cattle>

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10 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. tested
  2. test
  3. battle-tested
  4. time-tested
  5. beta test
  6. field-test
  7. flight-test
  8. means test
  9. progeny-test
  10. screen test
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