checker

/ˈtʃɛkər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person whose job is to check or inspect something, especially to prevent cheating or unfair practice.

“The casino hired several checkers to monitor the games and prevent collusion.”

2. noun

a piece on a chessboard that is not a pawn, typically having the power to move horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

“The knight was a powerful checker on the board, able to jump over other pieces.”

3. verb

to examine or inspect something carefully, especially to check for errors or defects.

“We need to checker the code before releasing it to the public.”

4. verb

to check or verify something, especially to ensure its accuracy or validity.

“We need to checker the facts before writing the article.”

Synonyms

  • inspector
  • monitor

Antonyms

  • cheater