BLANK CHECK

Pronunciation (US): (GB):

Meaning:

A check that has been signed but with the amount payable left blank

Synonyms:

blank check; blank cheque

Classified under:

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession

Hypernyms ("blank check" is a kind of...):

bank check; check; cheque (a written order directing a bank to pay money)

Holonyms ("blank check" is a member of...):

checkbook; chequebook (a book issued to holders of checking accounts)

Meaning:

Freedom to do as you see fit

Example:

many have doubts about giving him a free hand to attack

Synonyms:

blank check; free hand

Classified under:

Nouns denoting stable states of affairs

Hypernyms ("blank check" is a kind of...):

freedom (the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints)