discovered check
noun Chess.
a check that is effected by moving an intervening piece from the line of attack of a queen, rook, or bishop.
Origin of discovered check
First recorded in 1840–50
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British Dictionary definitions for discovered check
discovered check
noun
chess
check given by moving a man that has been masking a potential check from a bishop, rook, or queen