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Check
/t͡ʃɛk/
A situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.
📖 Definitions of "Check"
noun
- 1
A situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.
- 2
An inspection or examination.
"I don't know if she will be there, but it's worth a check."
- 3
A control; a limit or stop.
"The castle moat should hold the enemy in check."
- 4
A mark (especially a checkmark: ✓) used as an indicator.
"Place a check by the things you have done."
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