check for — to examine or investigate something to see if it exists, is present, or is correct
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to examine or investigate something to see if it exists, is present, or is correct
Pronunciation (IPA): /tʃek fɔːr/
Example Sentences
- My mom always tells me to check for monsters under the bed, but I only find my missing socks.
- The doctor will check for any signs of infection during your appointment.
- I always check for my keys three times before leaving, but somehow still get locked out.
check for
VERB[/tʃek fɔːr/]
to examine or investigate something to see if it exists, is present, or is correct
someone examining and investigating information to see if something exists and is correct
Check for safety on deck for storms, check for treasure in wreck for gold!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'check' derives from Old French 'eschec', which came from Persian 'shah' (king). In chess, 'check' referred to a threat against the opponent's king. The meaning later evolved metaphorically to denote examining or verifying something carefully, as one scrutinizes an opponent's king during play.
Breakdown
check (from Old French eschec, Persian shah, meaning to threaten or verify) + for (preposition indicating purpose or target), together meaning 'to examine or verify in order to find something specific'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom always tells me to check for monsters under the bed, but I only find my missing socks.”
“The doctor will check for any signs of infection during your appointment.”
“I always check for my keys three times before leaving, but somehow still get locked out.”
“Please check for any emails from the client before the meeting starts.”
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