n.
1.a written order directing a bank to pay money
2.an appraisal of the state of affairs
3.the bill in a restaurant
4.the state of inactivity following an interruption
5.additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
6.the act of inspecting or verifying
7.a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
8.something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
9.a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something 10.a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard) 11.the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess 12.obstructing an opponent in ice hockey 13.(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king check v.
1.examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
2.make an examination or investigation
3.be careful or certain to do something
4.lessen the intensity of
5.stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
6.put a check mark on or next to
7.slow the growth or development of
8.be verified or confirmed
9.be compatible, similar or consistent 10.block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey 11.train by instruction and practice 12.consign for shipment on a vehicle 13.hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping 14.abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey, of falcons 15.stop in a chase especially when scent is lost 16.mark into squares or draw squares on 17.decline to initiate betting 18.hold back, as of a danger or an enemy 19.place into check 20.write out a check on a bank account 21.find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort 22.verify by consulting a source or authority 23.arrest the motion (of something) abruptly 24.make cracks or chinks in 25.become fractured
Idiom of the Day
to be run down
to get into poor health or condition, to look bad
My friend has become run down since she started working at night.
