chequer

/ ˈtʃɛkə /

noun

1. any of the marbles, pegs, or other pieces used in the game of Chinese chequers

2. 1. a pattern consisting of squares of different colours, textures, or materials

   2. one of the squares in such a pattern

verb

1. to make irregular in colour or character; variegate

2. to mark off with alternating squares of colour

Word History and Origins

Origin of chequer¹

C13: chessboard, from Anglo-French escheker, from eschec _check

Example Sentences

He missed getting a final lap in because he crossed the line about a second after the chequered flag that brought the session to an end.

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Wood, one of the fastest bowlers to play Test cricket for England, has a chequered injury history.

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Kyrgios has long been a polarising figure in the sport, given his chequered history on and off the court.

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The 34-year-old all-rounder has a chequered injury record and is currently recovering from a shoulder problem.

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Verstappen was sent out too late to get around in time to start a last lap before the chequered flag but still beat Norris by 0.291 seconds.

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