n. One placed to superintend others; an overseer; an inspector.n. One who views and examines for the purpose of ascertaining the condition, quantity, or quality of anythingn. One who surveys or measures land; one who practices the art of surveying.n. n. An officer who ascertains the contents of casks, and the quantity of liquors subject to duty; a gauger.n. In the United States, an officer whose duties include the various measures to be taken for ascertaining the quantity, condition, and value of merchandise brought into a port.