check mark

noun

Meaning

A mark (✓) made to indicate agreement, correctness or acknowledgement.
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.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

check(English)tick(English)tick mark(English)checkage(English)checkbox(English)blue checkmark(English)check box(English)blue check mark(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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check mark — meaning and etymology | WikiWord