verb
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 notesIn plain EnglishChecking something again to confirm it's right.
Common pairings
recheck the numbers
recheck your work
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Word forms
- Plural
- rechecks
- Third person singular
- rechecks
- Past tense
- rechecked
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Always _____ your math before submitting the exam.
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.
