Checker

/ˈtʃɛkər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person or thing that inspects or verifies.
The quality checker reviewed the products for defects before shipping.
A device or tool used for inspecting or testing.
I used a battery checker to determine if my batteries were still good.
A person who plays a game of checkers.
He was an avid checker who participated in competitions across the country.
A printed pattern of squares, typically in two colors.
She chose a dress with a checker pattern for her picnic.

Etymology

From the word check + -er, indicating one who checks.

Common Phrases and Expressions

checkered past
A history of varied experiences, often involving negative aspects.
check your privilege
An expression urging someone to consider their advantages in a situation.
to check in
To register one's arrival, especially in hotels or at airports.

Related Words

check
To examine or verify something.
checklist
A list used for checking items or tasks.
checking
The action of examining or verifying.

Slang Meanings

A term for a person who is very thorough or diligent.
He's such a checker; he never misses any details.
Used informally to refer to a game of checkers.
Let's play some checker at my place tonight.