checklist

noun

check·​list ˈchek-ˌlist How to pronounce checklist (audio)
: a list of things to be checked or done
a pilot's checklist before takeoff
also : a comprehensive list

Examples of checklist in a Sentence

Before takeoff the pilot went down his checklist of safety precautions. I still have one thing left to do on my checklist. a checklist of bird species
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Key features include the ability to set multiple reminders, create checklists and share task lists for collaboration. Jack Kelly, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 But when our leaders reduce them to single categories on a checklist, the complexities that accompany them are diminished. Suha Musa, TIME, 29 Oct. 2024 The checklist for cleaning the kitchen was probably just washing dirty dishes, wiping down countertops, and mopping the floors. Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024 The aircraft additionally automates processes such as filing flight plans and performing pre-flight checklists. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for checklist 

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of checklist was in 1853

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“Checklist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/checklist. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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checklist

noun
check·​list ˈchek-ˌlist How to pronounce checklist (audio)
: a list of items to be referred to

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