checkbox

noun

check·box ˈchek-ˌbäks

variants or check box

plural checkboxes or check boxes

: a small box (as in a checklist) in which to place a check mark (see check entry 2 sense 7) to make a selection, indicate completion of a task, etc.

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Which is why this simple intention-tracking notebook—fit with room for 15 habits per week and a rewarding end-of-week checkbox—is a no-brainer gift for both wellness novices and self-care sages alike. —

Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024 Five Actionable Steps Moving beyond the checkbox mentality for DEI&B is key to seeing its true potential. —

Michelle Raz, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024 The first checkbox on Wisconsin's voter registration form asks whether the voter is a U.S. citizen. —

Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 26 Sep. 2024 Over the past day or so, users of the platform noticed the checkbox to opt out of this data usage in X's privacy settings. —

Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 26 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for checkbox