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checking

The correct spelling is checking.

How to pronounce checking

verb

IPA: /ˈtʃɛkɪŋ/

Say it like: Che-kin-g

The correct spelling is checking. To inspect; to examine. For example: "Check the oil in your car once a month."

Usage Examples

Check the oil in your car once a month.

Check off the items that you've checked (inspected).

Check your enthusiasm during a negotiation.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To inspect; to examine.
  2. 2.To verify the accuracy of a text or translation, usually making some corrections (proofread) or many (copyedit).
  3. 3.(often used with "off") To mark items on a list (with a checkmark or by crossing them out) that have been chosen for keeping or removal or that have been dealt with (for example, completed or verified as correct or satisfactory).
  4. 4.To control, limit, or halt.
  5. 5.To verify or compare with a source of information.

noun

  1. 1.The act of physically keeping an opposing player in check.
  2. 2.A checking account.

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