Verb (used without object) : The reprint checks with the original, item for item. ,He checked to make sure his answer was correct. Check into the matter. ,The horse checked before he jumped. ,Painted surfaces may check with age.    From Dictionary.com. 

Noun : This handmade sample is a check that the machine-made samples have to match. ,We made a quick check but found nothing missing. ,The increase of duty was an effective check on imports. He was a check on her enthusiasm. ,Taxation caused a check in the accumulation of vast fortunes. ,They ran a check on the dependability of the automobile. ,The king was in check. ,There were several checks in the paint.    From Dictionary.com.