check mark

noun — 2 senses

check mark

noun

Canada, Philippines, US A mark (✓) made to indicate confirmation of verification, completeness, correctness, choice, agreement, or acknowledgement.

Put a check mark in the box corresponding to the correct answer.

Athletics, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Sports In long jump, javelin and similar events, little mark alongside the runway which helps the athlete to set their steps just right for their performance.

Related terms: checkbox

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