Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
check-out
noun
/ˈtʃek aʊt/

Definition
The process of paying for goods or services, especially in a store or online.

Examples
- After adding books to the cart, proceed to the check-out to complete the purchase.
- The check-out line was long during the holiday season.
- She decided to skip the check-out process and use the express lane.

Meaning
When customers finalize their shopping and pay for their items, they go through the check-out process.

Synonyms
- payment
- purchase
- finalizing the sale