Crosscheck (Noun)

Meaning ¹

An instance of confirming something by considering information from several sources.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

• The detective performed a crosscheck to verify the suspect's alibi by consulting witness statements and security footage.
• The fact-checker did a crosscheck on the author's claims by comparing data from multiple reputable sources.
• The pilot did a crosscheck of the navigation systems to ensure the plane was on course.
• To confirm the accuracy of the historical records, the researcher conducted a crosscheck of primary and secondary sources.
• The accountant conducted a crosscheck of the company's financial reports by reviewing documents from multiple departments.

Hypernyms

• Verification
• Check
• Substantiation

Meaning ²

An illegal check (chopping at an opponent's arms or stick).

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.