checked
UK: tʃɛkt | US: tʃɛkt
adj. marked with a pattern of squares or crossed lines
adj. verified or confirmed for accuracy
v. (past tense of "check") examined or inspected something
The word "checked" derives from the verb "check," which originally meant "to stop or control" (from Old French eschequier, related to chess). Over time, "check" expanded to mean "verify" (e.g., inspecting documents) and "mark with a pattern" (like a chessboard). The suffix "-ed" indicates the past tense or adjectival form, creating "checked" to describe something verified or patterned.
She wore a checked shirt to the picnic.
The accountant checked the financial records for errors.
All boxes were checked before submitting the form.
The teacher checked the students' homework assignments.
His luggage was checked at the airport security.