quality control

noun

: an aggregate of activities (such as design analysis and inspection for defects) designed to ensure adequate quality especially in manufactured products

quality controller noun

Examples of quality control in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This means there is significantly less standardization and quality control of the ingredients in supplements, which means the source and dose of an active ingredient aren’t guaranteed. —Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026

By maintaining a smaller, hands-on structure, SimQ Development aims for consistent communication, quick decision-making, and tight quality control throughout each project. —Jason Phillips, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026

Gary’s time with the Packers briefly overlapped with new defensive coordinator Christian Parker who was a defensive quality control analyst with the team in 2019 and 2020. —Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Mar. 2026

Honoring the operations team, The Stewards Release is for those who oversee everything from quality control and bottling to engineering, safety, maintenance, and shipping. —Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

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