check out
The phrase "check out" has versatile meanings, commonly used in retail, libraries, and informal contexts.
Definition
A2Commerce
To pay for goods or services at a retail establishment.
Example
- She went to the counter to check out her groceries.
A2Hospitality
To leave a hotel after settling the bill.
Example
- We need to check out by 11 AM.
B1Library
To borrow an item, especially a book, from a library.
Example
- You can check out up to five books at a time.
B1General
To examine or inspect something closely.
Example
- Check out this new restaurant that just opened.
B2Slang
(informal)To die.
Example
- He checked out last night after a long illness.
B2Slang
(informal)To leave quickly or abruptly.
Example
- I have to check out; I have another appointment.
C1Computing
(technical)To obtain source code or other material from a repository for modification.
Example
- He checked out the latest version of the software from the repository.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "check out":
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