Definition of Spot-check

1. Verb. Pick out random samples for examination in order to ensure high quality.

Generic synonyms: Ascertain, Assure, Check, Control, Ensure, Insure, See, See To It
Derivative terms: Spot Check

Lexicographical Neighbors of Spot-check

sporule
sporules
sporuliferous
spose
sposed
sposes
sposh
sposhes
sposhier
sposhiest
sposhy
sposing
spot-backed antshrike
spot-backed antshrikes
spot-check (current term)
spot-film radiography
spot-on
spot-red
spot-the-difference
spot-weld
spot-welder
spot-welding
spot-winged antshrike
spot-winged antshrikes
spot check
spot checked
spot checking
spot checks
spot desmosome

Literary usage of Spot-check

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Measuring Childcare Practices: Approaches, Indicators, and Implications for by Marie T. Ruel, Mary Arimond (2003)
"A summary of studies that have used spot-check observational methods is presented in ... Our own experience with spot-check observations to measure hygiene ..."

2. Financial Management: Control Weaknesses Limited Customs’ Ability to Ensure by DIANE Publishing Company (1996)
"Provide more detailed guidance on the use of spot check worksheets so that they will ... The Office of Inspection and Control will draft a new spot check ..."

3. An Adventure of Great Dimension: The Launching of the Chicago Assyrian by Erica Reiner (2002)
"... exaggerates trifles by turning them into crimes, and who is blind to the achievements. (2) WH^Uy oro check of J.'s 'spot-check' yielded the following ..."

4. Recovering Correctional Costs Through Offender Fees by Dale Parent (1994)
"Audits by the DOC Inspector General are less frequent and are done on a "spot check" basis. However, if a spot check turns up a problem, ..."

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