check

an appraisal of the state of affairs

“a check on its dependability under stress”

find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort

slow the growth or development of

a written order directing a bank to pay money

“he paid all his bills by check”

be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something

mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on

additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct

a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.

“as he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name”

the act of inspecting or verifying

“they made a check of their equipment”

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

the bill in a restaurant

“he asked the waiter for the check”

be verified or confirmed; pass inspection

“These stories don't check!”