self-check
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B2
/sɛlf tʃɛk/
personal verification
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-check' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own person,' and 'check,' meaning 'to examine or verify.'
Historical Evolution
'self-check' evolved from the practice of individuals verifying their own work or actions, becoming a common term in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to verify one's own actions or work,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a process or action where an individual evaluates or inspects themselves, often to ensure accuracy or correctness.
Before submitting the report, she performed a self-check to ensure there were no errors.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41