Checks — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Checks
Checks (verb)
- to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively —usually used with out or over
- to compare with a source, original, or authority, verify
- to look at (something) to obtain information
- to skate back toward one's own goal while closely defending against the offensive rushes of an opposing player in ice hockey
- to register at a hotel
- to report one's presence or arrival
- to find out or report the status of someone or something especially as part of a regular pattern of communication or monitoring —often followed by on or with
Checks (noun)
- examination
- the act of testing or verifying; also, the sample or unit used for testing or verifying
- inspection, investigation
- a system that allows each branch of a government to amend, override, or veto acts of another branch so as to prevent any one branch from exerting too much power or power beyond its authority; broadly, a system in which power and control is distributed and counterbalanced (as to prevent unethical or harmful actions)
- a night inspection to check the presence of persons (such as soldiers) required by regulations to be in bed or in quarters
- a signed check with the amount unspecified
- complete freedom of action or control, carte blanche
- a blocking of an opposing player with the body (as in ice hockey or lacrosse)
- a check drawn by a bank on its own funds and signed by the cashier
Checks (phrase)
- to check in at
- investigate
Checks (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
"diners at that temple of gastronomy often look shocked when they receive the check"
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a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
"made a careful check of the antique table before buying it"
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a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
"request a detailed check from the company before sending any money"
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a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance)
"handed over a check for his coat"
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something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
"the judiciary is intended to be a check on the executive and legislative branches of government"
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an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure
"the network of fine checks on the surface would indicate that the painting is quite old"
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the stopping of a process or activity
"the announcement of bad news gave a sudden check to the celebration"
Checks (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to be in agreement on every point
"their story of what happened checks with the report of the eyewitness"
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to bring (something) to a standstill
"a tree finally checked the skidding car"
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to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
"check your enthusiasm a bit, and think before you marry someone you just met"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Checks
The most common words with a similar meaning to Checks:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Checks
Words with the opposite meaning of Checks:
Near Antonyms of Checks
Word Forms of Checks
Inflections: checked, checking, back-checked, back-checking, back-checks, checked in, checking in, checks in
Derived words: checkless (adjective), back-checker (noun), bodycheck (transitive verb)
Origin & Etymology of Checks
Middle English cheken, checken "to put an opponent's king in check, stop, block," probably derivative of chek, chekke "announcement in chess that an opponent's king is in check, assault, adverse event" check:2
First known use: 14th centuryt
Words & Phrases Containing Checks
Frequently Asked Questions about Checks
What does "Checks" mean?
"Checks" means to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively —usually used with out or over. As an a verb, a noun and a phrase, it is defined as: to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively —usually used with out or over. It has 10 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Checks"?
Other words for "Checks" include bills, tabs, audits, checkups, examinations, goings-over, inspections and look-sees. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Checks" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Checks"?
There are 229 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Checks". Common alternatives include bills, tabs, audits, checkups, examinations, goings-over, inspections, look-sees, reviews and scans.
What is the opposite of "Checks"?
Antonyms of "Checks" include continuances, continuations, differs (from), disagrees (with) and loses. Near antonyms include freedoms, latitudes, extensions and persistences.
How do you use "Checks" in a sentence?
Examples of "Checks" in a sentence: "diners at that temple of gastronomy often look shocked when they receive the check"; "made a careful check of the antique table before buying it"; "request a detailed check from the company before sending any money".
Is "Checks" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Checks" can be used as a verb, a noun and a phrase, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Checks"?
"Checks" is pronounced /ˈchek/ as a verb and /ˈbak-ˌchek/ as a verb.
What is the origin of the word "Checks"?
"Checks" comes from Middle English cheken, checken "to put an opponent's king in check, stop, block," probably derivative of chek, chekke "announcement in chess that an opponent's king is in check, assault, adverse event" check:2. First known use: 14th centuryt.