Check ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Check ( noun )

1. A written order directing a bank to pay money.
2. A mechanism for controlling or limiting something.
3. A small mark or pattern, often used for identification or decoration.
4. An examination or inspection of something to ensure that it is correct or satisfactory.

Origin:

From middle english chek, from old french eschec, from persian shah ("king"), from middle persian šāh ("king").

Examples:

1. He wrote a check for $100.
2. The safety check revealed a problem.
3. The check on the shirt is red and white.
4. The quality check passed.

(As a verb)

Check ( verb )

1. A written order directing a bank to pay money.
2. A mechanism for controlling or limiting something.
3. A small mark or pattern, often used for identification or decoration.
4. An examination or inspection of something to ensure that it is correct or satisfactory.

Origin:

From middle english chek, from old french eschec, from persian shah ("king"), from middle persian šāh ("king").

Examples:

1. He wrote a check for $100.
2. The safety check revealed a problem.
3. The check on the shirt is red and white.
4. The quality check passed.