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.

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

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.

check

To examine or verify something.

checklist

A list used for checking items or tasks.

checking

The action of examining or verifying.

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.