Check Mnemonic
Explore definitions and mnemonics for check.
check
check
/t͡ʃɛk/
Examples
- I decided to try to perfunctory fact check on one of them, just as a test.
- After checking the level of responsiveness, ABC is checked.
- Go check the mailbox. Go check the mailbox.
- The check is in the mail.
- Check the architecture of the target.
- Check the integrity of the memory.
- Check the plumbing and the wiring.
- Check the signpost, by the way.
- Check the website of the station.
- Go check the mailbox.
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
a direct attack on an opponent's king
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 (children'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
"Che + Eck. You che-ck your list, eck-sactly correct."
"Check + Deck. Before sailing, always check the deck for safety."