CHECK

Definition

1. noun a written order directing a bank to pay money. — synonyms: bank_check, cheque
2. noun an appraisal of the state of affairs. — synonyms: assay
3. noun the bill in a restaurant. — synonyms: chit, tab
4. noun the state of inactivity following an interruption. — synonyms: arrest, halt, hitch, stay, stop, stoppage
5. noun additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct. — synonyms: confirmation, verification, substantiation
6. noun the act of inspecting or verifying. — synonyms: checkout, check-out_procedure
7. noun a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.. — synonyms: check_mark, tick
8. noun something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress. — synonyms: hindrance, hinderance, deterrent, impediment, balk, baulk, handicap
9. noun a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something. — synonyms: chip
10. noun a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard).
11. noun the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess. — synonyms: bridle, curb
12. noun obstructing an opponent in ice hockey.
13. noun (chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king.
14. verb examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition. — synonyms: check_up_on, look_into, check_out, suss_out, check_over, go_over, check_into
15. verb make an examination or investigation.
16. verb be careful or certain to do something. — synonyms: see, insure, see_to_it, ensure, control, ascertain, assure
17. verb lessen the intensity of. — synonyms: control, hold_in, hold, contain, curb, moderate
18. verb stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution.
19. verb put a check mark on or near or next to. — synonyms: check_off, mark, mark_off, tick_off, tick
20. verb slow the growth or development of. — synonyms: retard, delay
21. verb be verified or confirmed. — synonyms: check_out
22. verb be compatible, similar or consistent. — synonyms: match, fit, correspond, jibe, gibe, tally, agree
23. verb block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey.
24. verb develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice. — synonyms: discipline, train, condition
25. verb consign for shipment on a vehicle.
26. verb hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping.
27. verb abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey.
28. verb stop in a chase especially when scent is lost.
29. verb mark into squares or draw squares on. — synonyms: checker, chequer
30. verb decline to initiate betting.
31. verb hold back, as of a danger or an enemy. — synonyms: turn_back, arrest, stop, contain, hold_back
32. verb place into check.
33. verb write out a check on a bank account.
34. verb find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort. — synonyms: determine, find_out, see, ascertain, watch, learn
35. verb verify by consulting a source or authority.
36. verb arrest the motion (of something) abruptly.
37. verb make cracks or chinks in. — synonyms: chink
38. verb become fractured. — synonyms: crack, break