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Added 9 October 2026

checkup

/ˈt͡ʃɛkʌp/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about checkup at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person.

Origin

Deverbal from check up.

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