check
chek
- n a written order directing a bank to pay money
he paid all his bills by check - n an appraisal of the state of affairs
a check on its dependability under stress - n the bill in a restaurant
he asked the waiter for the check - n the state of inactivity following an interruption
held them in check - n additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
- n the act of inspecting or verifying
they made a check of their equipment
the pilot ran through the check-out procedure - n a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
as he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name - n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
- n a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something
- n a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)
she wore a skirt with checks - n the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
- n obstructing an opponent in ice hockey
- n (chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king
- v examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
check the brakes - v make an examination or investigation
check into the rumor
check the time of the class - v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
- v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
- v stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
She checked for an instant and missed a step - v put a check mark on or near or next to
Please check each name on the list - v slow the growth or development of
- v be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
These stories don't check! - v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
The handwriting checks with the signature on the check - v block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey
- v develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
- v consign for shipment on a vehicle
check your luggage before boarding - v hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping
- v abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
- v stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
The dog checked - v mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on
- v decline to initiate betting
- v hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
- v place into check
He checked my kings - v write out a check on a bank account
- v find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
- v verify by consulting a source or authority
check the spelling of this word
check your facts - v arrest the motion (of something) abruptly
He checked the flow of water by shutting off the main valve - v make cracks or chinks in
The heat checked the paint - v become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
- Under Reed, American Express traveler's check sales have climbed 20% a year (1955 total: about $2.
- As check cashing booms and Wal-Mart looms, banks chase a group they once ignored.
- Last week, the FAA suspended curbside baggage check-in.