checkup

Everyday

1. A visit to a doctor, dentist or vet to check that you are healthy, even when you feel fine. tree →
2. A check of a machine or car to make sure it works properly. tree →

In the lessons

In health lessons, regular checkups at the dentist and the doctor help find problems early. In everyday life, a car or boiler can also have a checkup. Phrases: «go for a checkup», «a dental checkup».

Examples

• I have a dental checkup next week. tree →
• The doctor gave the baby a checkup. tree →
• The dentist said my teeth were fine at my checkup. tree →
• Our dog went to the vet for a checkup. tree →
• Dad took the car in for a checkup before the trip. tree →
• Regular checkups help catch problems early. tree →

Note

Countable: a checkup, checkups. Also spelt «check-up» (common in the UK) or «checkup» (US). The verb is two words: «The doctor will check up on you».