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check
noun(check)
an appraisal of the state of affairs
Synonyms: assay,
Examples:
A check on its dependability under stress.
check
verb(check)
be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
Synonyms: check out,
Examples:
These stories don't check!.
check
verb(check)
make cracks or chinks in
Synonyms: chink,
Examples:
The heat checked the paint.
check
noun(check)
a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something
Synonyms: chip,
check
verb(check)
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
Synonyms: check into, check out, check over, check up on, go over, look into, suss out,
Examples:
Check the brakes.
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verb(check)
develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
Synonyms: condition, discipline, train,
check
verb(check)
become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
Synonyms: break, crack,
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verb(check)
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Synonyms: contain, control, curb, hold, hold in, moderate,
check
noun(check)
the state of inactivity following an interruption
Synonyms: arrest, halt, hitch, stay, stop, stoppage,
Examples:
Held them in check.
check
verb(check)
find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
Synonyms: ascertain, determine, find out, learn, see, watch,
check
verb(check)
slow the growth or development of
Synonyms: delay, retard,
check
noun(check)
a written order directing a bank to pay money
Synonyms: bank check, cheque,
Examples:
He paid all his bills by check.
check
verb(check)
be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
Synonyms: ascertain, assure, control, ensure, insure, see, see to it,
check
verb(check)
mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on
Synonyms: checker, chequer,
check
noun(check)
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
check
noun(check)
a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
Synonyms: check mark, tick,
Examples:
As he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name.
check
noun(check)
the act of inspecting or verifying
Synonyms: check-out procedure, checkout,
Examples:
They made a check of their equipment.
The pilot ran through the check-out procedure.
check
noun(check)
something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
check
noun(check)
the bill in a restaurant
Synonyms: chit, tab,
Examples:
He asked the waiter for the check.
check
verb(check)
put a check mark on or near or next to
Synonyms: check off, mark, mark off, tick, tick off,
Examples:
Please check each name on the list.
check
verb(check)
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
Synonyms: agree, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, match, tally,
Examples:
The handwriting checks with the signature on the check.
check
verb(check)
hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
Synonyms: arrest, contain, hold back, stop, turn back,
check
noun(check)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
Synonyms: bridle, curb,
check
verb(check)
abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
check
verb(check)
arrest the motion (of something) abruptly
Examples:
He checked the flow of water by shutting off the main valve.
check
noun(check)
a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)
Examples:
She wore a skirt with checks.
check
verb(check)
block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey
check
noun(check)
(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king
check
verb(check)
consign for shipment on a vehicle
Examples:
Check your luggage before boarding.
check
verb(check)
decline to initiate betting
check
verb(check)
hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping
check
verb(check)
make an examination or investigation
Examples:
Check into the rumor.
Check the time of the class.
check
noun(check)
obstructing an opponent in ice hockey
check
verb(check)
place into check
Examples:
He checked my kings.
check
verb(check)
stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
Examples:
She checked for an instant and missed a step.
check
verb(check)
stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
Examples:
The dog checked.
check
verb(check)
verify by consulting a source or authority
Examples:
Check the spelling of this word.
Check your facts.
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verb(check)
write out a check on a bank account

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