checkers

(noun) a checkerboard game for two players who each have 12 pieces; the object is to jump over and so capture the opponent's pieces. Synonyms: draughts.

(noun) an attendant who checks coats or baggage. Synonyms: checker.

(noun) one who checks the correctness of something. Synonyms: checker.

(noun) one of the flat round pieces used in playing the game of checkers. Synonyms: checker, chequer.

(verb) mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on. Synonyms: check, checker, chequer.

(verb) variegate with different colors, shades, or patterns. Synonyms: checker, chequer.