checklist
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.a list of things you need to do or check to make sure everything is finished correctly.
n.a list of items or tasks to be verified, completed, or checked off as a memory aid or to ensure procedural compliance.
Simple“I have a checklist for my holiday to make sure I don't forget my passport.”
In context“The surgical team followed a rigorous safety checklist before the operation to minimize the risk of avoidable complications.”
UsageOften used with the verbs 'follow', 'complete', or 'go through'.
- 02 C1 Advanced
v.to put something on a list of things to be checked.
v.to enter an item into a formal list for verification or tracking purposes.
Simple“The scientist checklisted every new bird species she saw in the forest.”
In context“The field researchers checklisted the observed flora according to the established taxonomic guidelines for the region.”
UsageThis transitive verb use is less common than the noun form and often appears in technical or scientific contexts.
From check + list.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.