Check Mnemonic

Explore definitions and mnemonics for check.

check

check

/t͡ʃɛk/

cheque
tick
cheque

Examples

a written order directing a bank to pay money

noun

an appraisal of the state of affairs

noun

the bill in a restaurant

noun

the state of inactivity following an interruption

noun

additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct

noun

the act of inspecting or verifying

noun

a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.

noun

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

noun

a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something

noun

a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)

noun

the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess

noun

obstructing an opponent in ice hockey

noun

a direct attack on an opponent's king

noun

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

verb

make an examination or investigation

verb

be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something

verb

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

verb

stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution

verb

put a check mark on or near or next to

verb

slow the growth or development of

verb

be verified or confirmed; pass inspection

verb

be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics

verb

block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey

verb

develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control

verb

consign for shipment on a vehicle

verb

hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping

verb

abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey

verb

stop in a chase especially when scent is lost

verb

mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on

verb

decline to initiate betting

verb

hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of

verb

place into check

verb

write out a check on a bank account

verb

find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort

verb

verify by consulting a source or authority

verb

arrest the motion (of something) abruptly

verb

make cracks or chinks in

verb

become fractured; break or crack on the surface only

verb
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"Che + Eck. You che-ck your list, eck-sactly correct."

"Check + Deck. Before sailing, always check the deck for safety."

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