checklist

[ chek-list ]

noun

1. Also check list. a list of items, as names or tasks, for comparison, verification, or other checking check purposes.

verb (used with object)

1. to enter (an item) on a checklist.

verb (used without object)

1. to enter items on a checklist.

Word History and Origins

Origin of checklist¹

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55; check ¹ + list ¹

Example Sentences

Their checklist also includes iodine tablets, as well as easy-to-cook food, pet food and a backup power supply.

From BBC

It's good if Trump's energies are focused far more on settling scores with other Republicans than working through the Project 2025 checklist.

From Salon

Here’s a checklist of things to do to protect your finances as unmarried partners.

From Salon

If you saw his house checklist, it's insane.

From Salon

No one screaming lies, demonizing huge swaths of Americans as "enemies" or "poison," or running through the behavioral checklist for psychopathy and narcissism.

From Salon

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