double check

Thân thiện

I always double check my homework before turning it in.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A verification that confirms the correctness of an initial verification: A "double check" is a second, careful examination or review performed to ensure the accuracy or validity of a previous check or action.

Usage

• As a noun: The term is commonly used to describe the act or instance of verifying something a second time.
  • Always perform a double check of your calculations before submitting the report.
  • The pilot's pre-flight routine includes a double check of all instruments.

Advanced Usage

• "to do a double check": To perform a second, thorough verification.
  • I'll do a double check on the guest list to make sure no one was missed.
• "as a double check": Serving the function of a secondary verification.
  • We added the assistant's review as a double check on the data entry.

Variants and Related Words

• Double-check (verb): To verify or examine something for a second or extra time.
  • Please double-check the address before sending the package.
• Cross-check (noun/verb): A method of verifying information by using an alternative source or method. (Note: This is a related but distinct concept.)

Synonyms

• Verification: The process of establishing the truth or accuracy of something.
• Confirmation: The action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed.

Related Phrases

• Belt and braces (idiom, chiefly UK): A strategy that involves using two independent methods to ensure success, similar in spirit to a double check.
  • Their security system is a real belt and braces approach.
• Measure twice, cut once (proverb): Emphasizes the importance of careful verification before taking action, analogous to a double check.

Học thuật

Noun

1. something that checks the correctness of a previous check

Từ đồng nghĩa

• countercheck