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“Check” or “Cheque”

check / cheque are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

check ch·EH·k

  • nouna written order directing a bank to pay money.
  • nounthe bill in a restaurant.
  • nounthe act of inspecting or verifying.
  • nouna mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something.
  • nouna textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard).
  • nounobstructing an opponent in ice hockey.
  • noun(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king.
  • verbexamine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition.
  • verbmake an examination or investigation.
  • verbstop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution.
  • verbput a check mark on or near or next to.
  • verbslow the growth or development of.
  • verbbe verified or confirmed; pass inspection.
  • verbblock or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey.
  • verbconsign for shipment on a vehicle.
  • verbhand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping.
  • verbabandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey.
  • verbstop in a chase especially when scent is lost.
  • verbmark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on.
  • verbdecline to initiate betting.
  • verbhold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of.
  • verbplace into check.
  • verbwrite out a check on a bank account.
  • verbverify by consulting a source or authority.
  • verbarrest the motion (of something) abruptly.
  • verbmake cracks or chinks in.

cheque

  • verbwithdraw money by writing a check.
Usage

Examples in context

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“check”

  • Check Yr F**king Hi$tory EP (555…
  • …accepting payment via cryptocurrency or check.
  • …machines and labour, and quality check criteria.
  • Spell Check choosing the correct spelling among…
  • …keep his internal enemies in check, but in the troubles that…
  • …a mild concussion after a check to the head by Dion
  • …by the Czech editor ALBI check ALBI webpage.
  • …I’m going to call and check on her.
  • …Helen calls the home to check in.
  • …windows, menus, radio buttons, and check boxes.

“cheque”

  • …issue the $250 million bearer cheque was worth approximately US$1.30 on…
  • …from fans in cash or cheque due to the golden share
  • She gave the landlord a cheque she had received for $20,…
  • …was astonished to receive a cheque from him for 20,000 francs.
  • She offers him a cheque for $50,000, but he tears…
  • …victim support, reporting a bounce cheque, filing a labor complaint, getting…
  • …presented the mayor with a cheque over 100 guineas for the…
  • Like a bank cheque, money orders are cashable only…
  • Photograph "Steve McGowan receives testimonial cheque from members of the ex-players…
  • …Barclays Bank produced a huge cheque they wanted his machine to…

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