check Synonyms
check Meaning
check (n)
a written order directing a bank to pay money
an appraisal of the state of affairs
the bill in a restaurant
the state of inactivity following an interruption
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
the act of inspecting or verifying
a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something
a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
obstructing an opponent in ice hockey
(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king
check (v)
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
make an examination or investigation
be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
put a check mark on or near or next to
slow the growth or development of
be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey
develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
consign for shipment on a vehicle
hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping
abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on
decline to initiate betting
hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
place into check
write out a check on a bank account
find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
verify by consulting a source or authority
arrest the motion (of something) abruptly
make cracks or chinks in
become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
check (n.)
A word of warning denoting that the king is in danger; such a menace of a player's king by an adversary's move as would, if it were any other piece, expose it to immediate capture. A king so menaced is said to be in check, and must be made safe at the next move.
A condition of interrupted or impeded progress; arrest; stop; delay; as, to hold an enemy in check.
Whatever arrests progress, or limits action; an obstacle, guard, restraint, or rebuff.
A mark, certificate, or token, by which, errors may be prevented, or a thing or person may be identified; as, checks placed against items in an account; a check given for baggage; a return check on a railroad.
A written order directing a bank or banker to pay money as therein stated. See Bank check, below.
A woven or painted design in squares resembling the patten of a checkerboard; one of the squares of such a design; also, cloth having such a figure.
The forsaking by a hawk of its proper game to follow other birds.
Small chick or crack.
check (v. t.)
To make a move which puts an adversary's piece, esp. his king, in check; to put in check.
To put a sudden restraint upon; to stop temporarily; to hinder; to repress; to curb.
To verify, to guard, to make secure, by means of a mark, token, or other check; to distinguish by a check; to put a mark against (an item) after comparing with an original or a counterpart in order to secure accuracy; as, to check an account; to check baggage.
To chide, rebuke, or reprove.
To slack or ease off, as a brace which is too stiffly extended.
To make checks or chinks in; to cause to crack; as, the sun checks timber.
check (v. i.)
To make a stop; to pause; -- with at.
To clash or interfere.
To act as a curb or restraint.
To crack or gape open, as wood in drying; or to crack in small checks, as varnish, paint, etc.
To turn, when in pursuit of proper game, and fly after other birds.
check (a.)
Checkered; designed in checks.
check Sentence Examples
- Before leaving the house, I always make sure to check that all the windows are closed.
- Don't forget to check your email regularly for important updates.
- After finishing a test, it's important to go back and check your answers for any mistakes.
- Whenever I travel, I check the weather forecast to pack accordingly.
- Before starting the car, I check the fuel gauge to see if I need to fill up.
- When shopping, I like to check the prices at different stores to find the best deals.
- Before signing any documents, it's crucial to carefully check the terms and conditions.
- As a precaution, I always check the expiration date on food items before consuming them.
- Before boarding the flight, airport security will check your passport and boarding pass.
- When hiking, it's essential to check the trail map to ensure you stay on course.
FAQs About the word check
a written order directing a bank to pay money, an appraisal of the state of affairs, the bill in a restaurant, the state of inactivity following an interruption
bill,tab, record, expense, receipt, fee, cost, charge, damage, score
freedom,freedom,,latitude, latitude
Before leaving the house, I always make sure to check that all the windows are closed.
Don't forget to check your email regularly for important updates.
After finishing a test, it's important to go back and check your answers for any mistakes.
Whenever I travel, I check the weather forecast to pack accordingly.
