checking
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1 verifying or inspecting (v.) A2 Elementarythe act of looking at something to see if it is correct, safe, or working properly.
the present participle of 'check', used to describe the process of verifying accuracy, status, or condition.
ExampleI am checking my emails to see if the boss sent the new schedule.
ExampleThe technician is currently checking the server logs to identify the source of the intermittent connectivity issues reported by the staff.
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2 an inspection (n.) B1 Intermediatea quick look or test to make sure everything is okay.
a systematic or incidental act of verification or inspection.
ExampleThe security guard did a final checking of the doors before leaving.
ExampleA thorough checking of the financial records revealed several discrepancies that had been overlooked during the initial audit.
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3 bank account (n.) B1 Intermediate American English Financea bank account that you can take money out of at any time using a card or a check.
a transactional bank account, also known as a current account, from which funds are readily accessible for daily expenses.
ExampleI need to move some money from my savings to my checking account.
ExampleThe bank offers a premium checking account with no monthly fees provided a minimum daily balance is maintained.
UsageOften used as an attributive noun in the phrase 'checking account'.
- current account
- savings account
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4 physical restraint (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Sportthe act of stopping or blocking an opponent in a sport like ice hockey.
the act of using physical force or positioning to disrupt an opponent's movement or possession of the puck or ball.
ExampleThe player was penalized for illegal checking during the second period.
ExampleAggressive checking is a fundamental defensive strategy in professional ice hockey, though it must be executed within strict safety regulations.