checkup

American  

[chek-uhp] / ˈtʃɛkˌʌp /

noun

1. a comprehensive physical examination.

   He went to the doctor for a checkup.

2. an examination or close scrutiny, as for verification, accuracy, or comparison.

   They gave the motor a checkup.

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checkup British  

/ ˈtʃɛkˌʌp /

noun

1. an examination to see if something is in order

2. med a medical examination, esp one taken at regular intervals to verify a normal state of health or discover a disease in its early stages

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verb

1. to investigate or make an inquiry into (a person's character, evidence, etc), esp when suspicions have been aroused

Etymology

Origin of checkup

1885–90, noun use of verb phrase check up

Example Sentences

“At my age, I don’t buy apartments. I spend on experiences—travel with friends, classes, health checkups. It’s about enjoyment now.”

From Barron's

Doing a portfolio checkup and making some other moves may be necessary, especially if a market downturn settles in.

From Barron's

You’ll definitely want to get your family’s health insurance figured out before leaving the country, so that you’re covered for the little things like regular checkups and dentist visits as well as unexpected events.

From MarketWatch

I got home to a reminder that I was past due for my annual physical checkup.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some are inserting conditions that permit them to do more frequent checkups before agreeing to make loans.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• inspection
• scan