| a simultaneous check by two pieces in which the moving of one piece to give check also results in discovering a check by another piece. |
[duhb-uh
l-chek] 
| 1. | to check twice or again; recheck. |
| 2. | a second examination or verification to assure accuracy, proper functioning, or the like. |
| double check n. A careful reinspection or reexamination to assure accuracy or proper condition; verification. dou'ble-check' (dŭb'əl-chěk') v. |