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

• list
• listing

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

The numbering of the checklist items is only for convenience of reference and does not denote any semblance of priority. —Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025

Dating consciously and intentionally, with a checklist of desirable qualities and a determination not to hurt anyone’s feelings—what a great way to keep him out of your business. —James Parker, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2025

After signing up, new users are greeted by a checklist module that walks them through the browser extension installation and credential creation process. —Kim Key, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025

Frame the Right Questions Move beyond operational checklists. —Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for checklist

• assist
• blacklist
• booklist
• consist
• desist
• dismissed
• enlist
• exist
• insist
• oocyst
• persist
• resist

Kids Definition

checklist

noun

check·​list ˈchek-ˌlist 

: a list of items to be referred to