double-check
[ duhb-uh l-chek ]
/ ˈdʌb əlˈtʃɛk /
verb (used with or without object)
to check twice or again; recheck.
noun
a second examination or verification to assure accuracy, proper functioning, or the like.
Origin of double-check
An Americanism dating back to 1950–55
Words nearby double-check
Definition for double-check (2 of 2)
double check
noun Chess.
a simultaneous check by two pieces in which the moving of one piece to give check also results in discovering a check by another piece.
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British Dictionary definitions for double-check
double-check
verb
to check twice or again; verify
noun double check
a second examination or verification
chess
a simultaneous check from two pieces brought about by moving one piece to give check and thereby revealing a second check from another piece