checklist

noun

check·​list ˈchek-ˌlist 

: a list of things to be checked or done

a pilot's checklist before takeoff

also : a comprehensive list

Synonyms

• canon
• catalog
• catalogue
• list
• listing
• menu
• register
• registry
• roll
• roll call
• roster
• schedule
• table

Examples of checklist in a Sentence

Before takeoff the pilot went down his checklist of safety precautions.

I still have one thing left to do on my checklist.

a checklist of bird species

Recent Examples on the Web

Consider this your gifting or stocking-stuffing checklist—these outfit-completers are made to be worn every day and won’t go out of style anytime soon. —Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 2 Dec. 2024

Recruiters are looking for unique contributions, not just a checklist of qualifications. —Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024

Those who don't have strong social circles, Penny says, end up bringing long checklists of needs to a potential partner. —Katia Riddle, NPR, 30 Nov. 2024

For example, some journals already provide checklists for authors on how to report race and ethnicity. —Byjocelyn Kaiser, science.org, 30 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

checklist

noun

check·​list ˈchek-ˌlist 

: a list of items to be referred to