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

University of Central Florida defensive quality control coach Damion Daniels, a former assistant under Ward, took to X to voice his support. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026

Then, on December 15, 2026, the PCAOB’s new quality control standard, QC 1000, takes effect and puts audit firms’ own use of technology under a brighter light. — Jacqueline Destefano-Tangorra, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Sellers must also maintain quality control and inspection procedures. — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026

Oeko-Tex also says a quarter of its certificates are retested through its quality control program. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

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