/t͡ʃɛk/
noun
A situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.An inspection or examination.A control; a limit or stop.A mark (especially a checkmark: ✓) used as an indicator.An order to a bank to pay money to a named person or entity.A bill, particularly in a restaurant.A maneuver performed by a player to take another player out of the play.A token used instead of cash in gaming machines, or in gambling generally.A lengthwise separation through the growth rings in wood.A mark, certificate or token by which errors may be prevented, or a thing or person may be identified.The forsaking by a hawk of its proper game to follow other birds.A small chink or crack.