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Checkpoint
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a designated place where vehicles are stopped for inspection or control, often by law enforcement
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
checkpoints
What is a "checkpoint"?
A checkpoint is a place where people, vehicles, or goods are stopped and examined. It is usually set up by authorities to ensure safety, security, or to enforce laws. At a checkpoint, items may be checked, or people may be asked questions to verify their identity or reason for being there. Checkpoints are commonly found at borders, on roads, at airports, or in areas with high security concerns. Their purpose is to control movement and ensure that rules or regulations are followed.
Examples
The police set up a checkpoint to check for drunk drivers.
Lexical Tree
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