verb
take measures to check the quality, performance, or reliability of (something), especially before putting it into widespread use or practice.
this range has not been tested on animals
synonyms: try out, put to the test, put through its paces, experiment with, pilot, check, examine, assess, evaluate, appraise, investigate, analyze, scrutinize, study, probe, explore, trial, sample, screen, assay
abbreviation
testator.
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Definitions of check
noun
an examination to test or ascertain accuracy, quality, or satisfactory condition.
a campaign calling for regular checks on gas appliances
synonyms: examination, inspection, scrutiny, perusal, study, investigation, probe, analysis, test, trial, monitoring, checkup, once-over, look-see
verb
examine (something) in order to determine its accuracy, quality, or condition, or to detect the presence of something.
customs officers have the right to check all luggage
synonyms: examine, inspect, look at/over, scrutinize, survey, study, investigate, research, probe, look into, inquire into, check out, give something a once-over
adjective
having a pattern of small squares.
a blue check T-shirt
exclamation
expressing assent or agreement.
Great design check . Wide selection check.
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See also
check out, check in, check up, check-in, spell check, double check, security check, check valve, traveler's check, check again