noun
a procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something, especially before it is taken into widespread use.
no sparking was visible during the tests
synonyms: trial, experiment, test case, case study, pilot study, trial run, tryout, dry run, che
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