If you cross-check information, you check that it is correct using a different method or source from the one originally used to obtain it.
- You have to scrupulously check and cross-check everything you hear. [ ...
- His version will later be cross-checked against that of the university. [
Why do we need to cross-check?
Most commonly, crossed checks ensure that a bank strictly deposits the funds into an actual bank account. ... This provides a level of security to the payer because it requires that the funds be handled through a collecting banker.
How do you use the word cross-check?
Definition of 'cross-check'
- You have to scrupulously check and cross-check everything you hear.
- His version will later be cross-checked against that of the university.
- They want to ensure such claims are justified by cross-checking with other records.
