(1):
(n.) In the University of Oxford, an examiner for moderations; at Cambridge, the superintendant of examinations for degrees; at Dublin, either the first (senior) or second (junior) in rank in an examination for the degree of Bachelor of Arts.
(2):
(n.) A mechamical arrangement for regulating motion in a machine, or producing equality of effect.
(3):
(n.) One who, or that which, moderates, restrains, or pacifies.
(4):
(n.) The officer who presides over an assembly to preserve order, propose questions, regulate the proceedings, and declare the votes.