Definitions

1. noun

a mark or sign used to indicate the presence or absence of something, or to show that something has been done or checked

“She made a check on the list to ensure it was complete.”

2. verb

to examine or inspect something carefully, or to confirm or verify the accuracy of something

“Before we leave, let’s check the weather forecast.”

3. verb

to stop or delay the progress of something, especially a payment or a process

“The bank will check the payment until the account is verified.”

4. verb

to write or draw a symbol, especially to sign one’s name

“He checked his name on the signature line.”

5. noun

a financial instrument that is drawn on a bank and is used to pay a specified amount to the payee

“The check was cashed at the bank yesterday.”

6. verb

to investigate or examine something, especially in order to find out the truth or to solve a problem

“The police are checking the evidence in the case.”