Check

a written order directing a bank to pay money

an appraisal of the state of affairs

the bill in a restaurant

the state of inactivity following an interruption

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

the act of inspecting or verifying

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

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something

a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)

the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess

obstructing an opponent in ice hockey

(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

make an examination or investigation

be careful or certain to do something

lessen the intensity of

stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution

put a check mark on or near or next to

slow the growth or development of

be verified or confirmed

be compatible, similar or consistent

block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey

develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice

consign for shipment on a vehicle

hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping

abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey

stop in a chase especially when scent is lost

mark into squares or draw squares on

decline to initiate betting

hold back, as of a danger or an enemy

place into check

write out a check on a bank account

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

verify by consulting a source or authority

arrest the motion (of something) abruptly

make cracks or chinks in

become fractured