blank check
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blank check
n.
1. A signed check with no amount to be paid filled in.
2. Total freedom of action; carte blanche.
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blank′ check′
n.
1. a bank check bearing a signature but no stated amount.
2. unrestricted authority; free hand.
[1885–90]
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Noun | 1. | blank check - freedom to do as you see fit; "many have doubts about giving him a free hand to attack" freedom - the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints |
2. | blank check - a check that has been signed but with the amount payable left blank bank check, check, cheque - a written order directing a bank to pay money; "he paid all his bills by check" checkbook, chequebook - a book issued to holders of checking accounts |
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Translations
bianko šek
blankocheck
avoin sekki
bjanko ček
白地小切手
백지 수표
oskriven check
เช็คเปล่า
tờ séc để trống
blank check
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