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recheck

Recheck (verb) means to check something a second time to make sure it is correct. Example: “Always recheck your math before submitting the exam.”

verb
1
To check something a second time to make sure it is correct.
"Always recheck your math before submitting the exam."
noun
1
A second inspection or verification of something.
"A recheck of the figures revealed a small error."

How to use recheck

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishChecking something again to confirm it's right.

Common pairings
recheck the numbers recheck your work

Word forms

rechecked past tense, rechecks plural, rechecks singular

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Etymology

Formed from re- ("again") plus check.

Frequently asked questions

What does “recheck” mean?

The word “recheck” means to check something a second time to make sure it is correct. In plain terms, checking something again to confirm it's right.

How do you use “recheck” in a sentence?

Here is “recheck” used in a sentence: “Always recheck your math before submitting the exam.”

What part of speech is “recheck”?

Depending on how it is used, “recheck” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “recheck” have?

“Recheck” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to check something a second time to make sure it is correct.

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