Check and Cheque

Check

Check noun - A written order directing a bank to pay money.
Usage example: he paid all his bills by check

Cheque is a synonym for check. (British) In some cases you can use "Cheque" instead the word "Check" as a noun or a verb or an adjective.

Cheque

Cheque noun - A written order directing a bank to pay money.

Check is a synonym for cheque. (American) You can use "Check" instead the word "Cheque" as a noun or a verb or an adjective.

Nearby Words: chequer, chequing
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