Control vs. Check

Control vs. Check — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Control and Check

Controlverb

(transitive) To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of.

With a simple remote, he could control the toy truck.

Checknoun

(chess) A situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.

Controlverb

(construed with for) To design (an experiment) so that the effects of one or more variables are reduced or eliminated.

Checknoun

An inspection or examination.

I don't know if she will be there, but it's worth a check.

Controlnoun

Influence or authority over something.

The government has complete control over the situation.

Checknoun

A control; a limit or stop.

checks and balancesThe castle moat should hold the enemy in check.
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Controlnoun

A separate group or subject in an experiment against which the results are compared where the primary variable is low or non-existent.

Checknoun

(US) A mark (especially a checkmark: ✓) used as an indicator, equivalent to a tick (UK).

Place a check by the things you have done.

Controlnoun

The method and means of governing the performance of any apparatus, machine or system, such as a lever, handle or button.

Checknoun

(US) An order to a bank to pay money to a named person or entity; a cheque (UK, Canada).

I was not carrying cash, so I wrote a check for the amount.

Controlnoun

Restraint or ability to contain one's movements or emotions, or self-control.

Checknoun

(US) A bill, particularly in a restaurant.

I summoned the waiter, paid the check, and hurried to leave.
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Controlnoun

A security mechanism, policy, or procedure that can counter system attack, reduce risks, and resolve vulnerabilities; a safeguard or countermeasure.

Checknoun

A maneuver performed by a player to take another player out of the play.

The hockey player gave a good hard check to obtain the puck.

Controlnoun

(project management) A means of monitoring for, and triggering intervention in, activities that are not going according to plan.

Checknoun

A token used instead of cash in gaming machines.

Controlnoun

A duplicate book, register, or account, kept to correct or check another account or register.

Checknoun

A lengthwise separation through the growth rings in wood.

Controlnoun

(graphical user interface) An interface element that a computer user interacts with, such as a window or a text box.

Checknoun

A mark, certificate, or token, by which, errors may be prevented, or a thing or person may be identified.

a check given for baggage; a return check on a railroad

Controlnoun

(climatology) Any of the physical factors determining the climate of a place, such as latitude, distribution of land and water, altitude, exposure, prevailing winds, permanent high- or low-barometric-pressure areas, ocean currents, mountain barriers, soil, and vegetation.

Checknoun

(falconry) The forsaking by a hawk of its proper game to follow other birds.

Controlnoun

(linguistics) A construction in which the understood subject of a given predicate is determined by an expression in context. See control.

Checknoun

A small chink or crack.

Controlnoun

power to direct or determine;

under control

Checknoun

A pattern made up of a grid of squares of alternating colors; a checkered pattern.

The tablecloth had red and white checks.

Controlnoun

a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another;

measures for the control of diseasethey instituted controls over drinking on campus

Checkverb

To inspect; to examine.

Check the oil in your car once a month.Check whether this page has a watermark.

Controlnoun

(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc;

the timing and control of his movements were unimpairedhe had lost control of his sphincters

Checkverb

To verify the accuracy of a text or translation, usually making some corrections (proofread) or many (copyedit).

Controlnoun

a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment;

the control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw

Checkverb

To mark items on a list (with a checkmark or by crossing them out) that have been chosen for keeping or removal or that have been dealt with (for example, completed or verified as correct or satisfactory); to check off, tick (UK), tick off (UK), cross off, strike off.

Check the items on the list that interest you.Check off the items that you've checked (inspected).Check the correct answer to each question.

Controlnoun

the activity of managing or exerting control over something;

the control of the mob by the police was admirable

Checkverb

To control, limit, or halt.

Check your enthusiasm during a negotiation.

Controlnoun

the state that exists when one person or group has power over another;

her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her

Checkverb

To verify or compare with a source of information.

Check your data against known values.

Controlnoun

discipline in personal and social activities;

he was a model of polite restraintshe never lost control of herself

Checkverb

To leave in safekeeping.

Check your hat and coat at the door.

Controlnoun

great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity;

a good command of French

Checkverb

To leave with a shipping agent for shipping.

Check your bags at the ticket counter before the flight.

Controlnoun

the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.;

they wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls

Checkverb

To pass or bounce the ball to an opponent from behind the three-point line and have the opponent pass or bounce it back to start play.

He checked the ball and then proceeded to perform a perfect layup.That basket doesn't count—you forgot to check!

Controlnoun

a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine;

the speed control on his turntable was not working properlyI turned the controls over to her

Checkverb

To hit another player with one's body.

The hockey player checked the defenceman to obtain the puck.

Controlnoun

a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance

Checkverb

(poker) To remain in a hand without betting. Only legal if no one has yet bet.

Tom didn't think he could win, so he checked.

Controlverb

exercise authoritative control or power over;

control the budgetCommand the military forces

Checkverb

(chess) To make a move which puts an adversary's piece, especially the king, in check; to put in check.

Controlverb

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits;

moderate your alcohol intakehold your tonguehold your tempercontrol your anger

Checkverb

To chide, rebuke, or reprove.

Controlverb

handle and cause to function;

do not operate machinery after imbibing alcoholcontrol the lever

Checkverb

(nautical) To slack or ease off, as a brace which is too stiffly extended.

Controlverb

control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage;

She manipulates her bossShe is a very controlling mother and doesn't let her children grow upThe teacher knew how to keep the class in lineshe keeps in line

Checkverb

To crack or gape open, as wood in drying; or to crack in small checks, as varnish, paint, etc.

Controlverb

verify or regulate by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard, of scientific experiments;

Are you controlling for the temperature?

Checkverb

To make checks or chinks in; to cause to crack.

The sun checks timber.

Controlverb

verify by using a duplicate register for comparison;

control an account

Checkverb

To make a stop; to pause; with at.

Controlverb

be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something;

He verified that the valves were closedSee that the curtains are closedcontrol the quality of the product

Checkverb

(obsolete) To clash or interfere.

Controlverb

have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of;

Do you control these data?

Checkverb

To act as a curb or restraint.

Checkverb

(falconry) To turn, when in pursuit of proper game, and fly after other birds.

Checknoun

a written order directing a bank to pay money;

he paid all his bills by check

Checknoun

an appraisal of the state of affairs;

they made an assay of the contentsa check on its dependability under stress

Checknoun

the bill in a restaurant;

he asked the waiter for the check

Checknoun

the state of inactivity following an interruption;

the negotiations were in arrestheld them in checkduring the halt he got some lunchthe momentary stay enabled him to escape the blowhe spent the entire stop in his seat

Checknoun

additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct;

fossils provided further confirmation of the evolutionary theory

Checknoun

the act of inspecting or verifying;

they made a check of their equipmentthe pilot ran through the check-out procedure

Checknoun

a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.;

as he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name

Checknoun

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Checknoun

a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something

Checknoun

a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard);

she wore a skirt with checks

Checknoun

the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess;

his common sense is a bridle to his quick temper

Checknoun

obstructing an opponent in ice hockey

Checknoun

(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king

Checkverb

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition;

check the brakesCheck out the engine

Checkverb

make an examination or investigation;

check into the rumorcheck the time of the class

Checkverb

be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something;

He verified that the valves were closedSee that the curtains are closedcontrol the quality of the product

Checkverb

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits;

moderate your alcohol intakehold your tonguehold your tempercontrol your anger

Checkverb

stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution;

She checked for an instant and missed a step

Checkverb

put a check mark on or next to;

Please check each name on the listtick off the items

Checkverb

slow the growth or development of;

The brain damage will retard the child's language development

Checkverb

be verified or confirmed; pass inspection;

These stories don't check!

Checkverb

be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics;

The two stories don't agree in many detailsThe handwriting checks with the signature on the checkThe suspect's fingerprints don't match those on the gun

Checkverb

block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey

Checkverb

train by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control;

Parents must discipline their childrenIs this dog trained?

Checkverb

consign for shipment on a vehicle;

check your luggage before boarding

Checkverb

hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping;

Check your coat at the door

Checkverb

abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey, of falcons

Checkverb

stop in a chase especially when scent is lost;

The dog checked

Checkverb

mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on

Checkverb

decline to initiate betting

Checkverb

hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of;

Arrest the downward trendCheck the growth of communism in Sout East AsiaContain the rebel movementTurn back the tide of communism

Checkverb

place into check;

He checked my kings

Checkverb

write out a check on a bank account

Checkverb

find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort;

I want to see whether she speaks FrenchSee whether it worksfind out if he speaks RussianCheck whether the train leaves on time

Checkverb

verify by consulting a source or authority;

check the spelling of this wordcheck your facts

Checkverb

arrest the motion (of something) abruptly;

He checked the flow of water by shutting off the main valve

Checkverb

make cracks or chinks in;

The heat checked the paint

Checkverb

become fractured; break or crack on the surface only;

The glass cracked when it was heated