checklist
UK: ˈtʃeklɪst | US: ˈtʃeklɪst
n. a systematic list of items, tasks, or steps to be checked or completed
n. a tool used to ensure consistency and completeness in carrying out a process
The word "checklist" combines "check" (from Old French eschequier, meaning "to verify or control") and "list" (from Old English liste, meaning "a border or strip," later evolving to mean "a catalog"). The term emerged in the early 20th century, reflecting the industrial era's need for standardized verification processes. The morphemes retain their original meanings, with "check" emphasizing validation and "list" denoting an ordered sequence.
The pilot reviewed the pre-flight checklist before takeoff.
A well-designed checklist can reduce errors in surgical procedures.
She used a checklist to ensure all supplies were packed for the trip.
The teacher provided a grading checklist to help students self-assess their work.
The project manager updated the task checklist to track progress.