Checkpoint: meaning, definitions and examples

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checkpoint

 

[ ˈtʃɛkˌpɔɪnt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

security

A location along a route where one may stop for rest, food, fuel, etc.

Synonyms

rest area, stopover, way station

Examples of usage

  • We made a quick stop at the checkpoint to grab some snacks before continuing our journey.
  • The soldiers set up a checkpoint to inspect passing vehicles for contraband.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

A point in a program where the status of the program is saved and can be resumed later.

Synonyms

milestone, restore point, save point

Examples of usage

  • The program automatically creates a checkpoint every time a significant change is made.
  • Make sure to save your work frequently to avoid losing progress between checkpoints.
Context #3 | Noun

travel

A place along a border or boundary where travelers' documents are checked.

Synonyms

border crossing, customs checkpoint, immigration control

Examples of usage

  • Passports are checked at the checkpoint before entering the country.
  • The checkpoint was heavily guarded to prevent unauthorized entry.

Translations

Translations of the word "checkpoint" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ponto de controle

🇮🇳 चेकपॉइंट

🇩🇪 Kontrollpunkt

🇮🇩 pos pemeriksaan

🇺🇦 контрольний пункт

🇵🇱 punkt kontrolny

🇯🇵 チェックポイント

🇫🇷 point de contrôle

🇪🇸 punto de control

🇹🇷 kontrol noktası

🇰🇷 검문소

🇸🇦 نقطة تفتيش

🇨🇿 kontrolní bod

🇸🇰 kontrolný bod

🇨🇳 检查站

🇸🇮 kontrolna točka

🇮🇸 eftirlitsstaður

🇰🇿 бақылау-өткізу пункті

🇬🇪 საკონტროლო პუნქტი

🇦🇿 nəzarət nöqtəsi

🇲🇽 punto de control

Word origin

The term 'checkpoint' originated in the mid-20th century, derived from the combination of 'check' and 'point'. It initially referred to a designated point for checking or stopping, often used in military contexts. Over time, the term expanded to various fields such as travel, computing, and security, encompassing the idea of a specific location for verification or control.

See also: check, checkable, checker, checkered, checking, checkout, checkpoints, recheck, unchecked.