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American politician (born 1950)
Charles Ellis Schumer (/ˈʃuːmər/ SHOO-mər; born November 23, 1950) is an American politician serving since 1999 as a United States senator from New York
Chuck_Schumer
American comedian and actress (born 1981)
Amy Beth Schumer (born June 1, 1981) is an American stand-up comedian, actress, writer, producer, and director. Schumer ventured into comedy in the early
Amy_Schumer
Summary of the costs of a credit card in the U.S.
The Schumer box is a summary of the costs of a credit card in the United States. It is named after Chuck Schumer, then New York congressman (United States
Schumer_box
Democratic recruit; she was encouraged to run by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign
2026 United States Senate election in Maine
2026_United_States_Senate_election_in_Maine
Al D'Amato was running for re-election to a fourth term, but lost to Chuck Schumer in what was considered by many to be the "high[est] profile and nastiest"
1998 United States Senate elections
1998_United_States_Senate_elections
American politician (1939–2021)
by two days. Reid was succeeded as the Senate Democratic leader by Chuck Schumer, whose leadership bid had been endorsed by Reid. Along with Alben W
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Senator Chuck Schumer, who had served as Senate Majority Leader since 2021, was first elected in 1998, defeating Republican incumbent Al D'Amato. Schumer ran
2022 United States Senate election in New York
2022_United_States_Senate_election_in_New_York
loyalty. In March 2025, Trump made comments denying the Jewishness of Chuck Schumer, the leader of the Democrats in the United States Senate: "As far as
Donald_Trump_and_antisemitism
American attorney and politician (born 1937)
Holtzman. He was re-elected in 1986 and 1992, but was defeated in 1998 by Chuck Schumer. Following his departure from the Senate, D'Amato founded Park Strategies
Al_D'Amato
Surname list
Schumer is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: Amy Schumer (born 1981), American comedian and actress Chuck Schumer (born 1950), American
Schumer
Longest speech in U.S. Senate history
chamber. The public and press galleries swelled." Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer announced to Booker that he had broken the record at 24 hours and 18
Cory_Booker's_marathon_speech
American politician and sex offender (born 1964)
Plattsburgh in 1985, Weiner joined the staff of then-U.S. Representative Chuck Schumer. In 1991, he was elected to represent the 48th district on the New York
Anthony_Weiner
Surveying on 2017–2021 US administration
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Opinion polling on the first Trump presidency
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American politician and attorney (born 1942)
Retrieved September 18, 2020. Stracqualursi, Veronica (September 9, 2020). "Schumer says Democrats won't fold to GOP's 'emaciated' stimulus bill". CNN. Archived
Mitch_McConnell
Schumer winning around 71% of the vote and all but five of the state's 62 counties: Hamilton, Orleans, Wyoming, Allegany and Steuben. Chuck Schumer,
2016 United States Senate election in New York
2016_United_States_Senate_election_in_New_York
2025–2027 U.S. legislative term
King, Ryan (December 3, 2024). "Chuck Schumer unanimously reelected Senate Dem leader". Retrieved December 3, 2024. "Schumer reelected as Senate Democratic
119th_United_States_Congress
Formal organization of U.S. Democratic Senators
Chuck Schumer of New York. Effective with the start of the 119th Congress, the conference leadership is as follows: Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer Democratic
Senate_Democratic_Caucus
2011–2013 U.S. legislative term
Ceremonies (Special)— Chair: Sen. Chuck Schumer (D), Ranking: Sen. Lamar Alexander (R) The Library— Chair: Sen. Chuck Schumer (D), Ranking: Rep. Gregg Harper
112th_United_States_Congress
American politician (born 1980)
2018, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Kennedy would deliver the Democratic response to President
Joe_Kennedy_III
American politician and attorney (born 1944)
Senate Democratic whip since 2005—under Harry Reid until 2017, and under Chuck Schumer since 2017. During that time, he had two periods as Senate majority
Dick_Durbin
American politician (born 1961)
letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer requesting their "help in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the
John_Thune
run for re-election. Five-term Democrat and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer was re-elected in 2022 with 56.8% of the vote. He has filed paperwork
2028 United States Senate elections
2028_United_States_Senate_elections
government workers. Hours before the deadline, Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer announced that he would support a continuing resolution to fund the
2025 United States federal government shutdown
2025_United_States_federal_government_shutdown
U.S. political event held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and virtually online
a great president. — Chuck Schumer at the 2020 Democratic National Convention United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer delivered his speech
2020 Democratic National Convention
2020_Democratic_National_Convention
Democrats making gains in the Senate. With the retirement of Harry Reid, Chuck Schumer became the Democratic leader after the elections, while Mitch McConnell
2016 United States Senate elections
2016_United_States_Senate_elections
United States federal budget
and Budget's September 2025 pocket rescission. Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer and House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries, both Democrats from New York
2026 United States federal budget
2026_United_States_federal_budget
and the main competitors from four to three. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer described the move as a step toward “dangerous consolidation and monopoly
Proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern
Proposed_merger_between_Union_Pacific_and_Norfolk_Southern
Current Federal Cabinet of the United States
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Second cabinet of Donald Trump
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Republican Senator Al D'Amato lost his bid for a fourth term to Democrat Chuck Schumer in what was considered by many to be the "high[est] profile and nastiest"
1998 United States Senate election in New York
1998_United_States_Senate_election_in_New_York
American CIA officer (born 1957)
Intelligence Star in 2004. He later ran for the U.S. Senate in 2010 for Chuck Schumer's New York seat, but lost the Republican primary to Jay Townsend, who
Gary_Berntsen
American politician (born 1970)
clamored for a fight in the Senate. Ultimately, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer decided it was not worth risking a shutdown that could empower Trump
Hakeem_Jeffries
US Supreme Court justice since 2022
reported out of committee by a 13–9 vote. On June 8, Majority Leader Chuck Schumer filed cloture on her nomination. On June 10, the Senate invoked cloture
Ketanji_Brown_Jackson
2013–2015 U.S. legislative term
Inaugural Ceremonies (Special): Chuck Schumer, Lamar Alexander The Library: Gregg Harper, Chuck Schumer Printing: Chuck Schumer, Gregg Harper Taxation: Max
113th_United_States_Congress
American politician and activist (born 1989)
Andrew Cuomo endorsed Crowley, as did both of New York's U.S. senators, Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, multiple U.S. representatives, various local
Alexandria_Ocasio-Cortez
American politician (born 1952)
removed Vice President Mike Pence and Senators Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer. She called the experience "frightening and appalling." Collins later
Susan_Collins
American political candidate (born 1984)
on the backs of working people." Platner has vowed not to support Chuck Schumer as Senate Majority Leader if Democrats gain control of the Senate in
Graham_Platner
Upper house of the US Congress
while the other is the junior senator. For example, minority leader Chuck Schumer is the senior senator from New York, having served in the senate since
United_States_Senate
American lawyer and politician (born 1966)
conservative district, adding that she could be a good complement to Chuck Schumer. Gillibrand was presumed a likely choice in the days before the official
Kirsten_Gillibrand
American politician (born 1971)
every Democratic senator opposed his nomination, with the exception of Chuck Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Brian Schatz, who were not present. On October
Hung_Cao
American civil servant and attorney (1944–2026)
his reputation was "impeccable for honesty and integrity". Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said, "Former Director Mueller is exactly the right kind of individual
Robert_Mueller
AOC' in raging 'low IQ' screed that also targets 'Palestinian Senator' Chuck Schumer". The Independent. June 24, 2025. Retrieved June 24, 2025. Kile, Meredith
List of nicknames used by Donald Trump
List_of_nicknames_used_by_Donald_Trump
American politician (born 1983)
candidacy was backed by the Democratic Senate leadership, including Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee
Haley_Stevens
American politician and attorney (born 1955)
In early 2010, Graham began working with Democratic New York senator Chuck Schumer on immigration reform. The talks broke down later that year. In July
Lindsey_Graham
American politician and former television host (born 1983)
party designation. He unsuccessfully challenged Democratic incumbent Chuck Schumer, the Senate Majority Leader, in the general election. Pinion ultimately
Joe_Pinion
by Mitch McConnell. The Senate Democratic Conference has been led by Chuck Schumer since 2017. Special elections have been scheduled in Ohio and Florida
2026 United States Senate elections
2026_United_States_Senate_elections
American politician (1933–2023)
confirmed to the Court. After the hearings, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said he had had a "long and serious" talk with Feinstein. After the
Dianne_Feinstein
American businessman and government official (born 1961)
hurricane relief, including Hurricane Harvey in 2017. With senator Chuck Schumer, Lutnick appeared at P.S. 256 to personally donate US$1,000 debit cards
Howard_Lutnick
U.S. state
re-elected governor in 2002. As of 2026, New York is represented by Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand in the United States Senate and is represented
New_York_(state)
the private backing of the Democratic Senate leadership, including Chuck Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee
2026 United States Senate election in Minnesota
2026_United_States_Senate_election_in_Minnesota
American business executive (born 1960)
climate change. In 2015, Cook said he donated to Democratic senators Chuck Schumer and Patrick Leahy for their stances on ebook pricing and surveillance
Tim_Cook
presidential campaign and also noted that some have called for her to primary Chuck Schumer in the 2028 New York Senate elections. In September 2025, Axios reported
2028 United States presidential election
2028_United_States_presidential_election
Social movement about UFOs and aliens
held a public hearing on UFOs, and in 2023, Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer proposed legislation to expedite the disclosure of UFO-related information
Disclosure_movement
2017–2019 U.S. legislative term
Minority Leader: Chuck Schumer Minority Whip: Dick Durbin Assistant Minority Leader: Patty Murray Democratic Caucus Chairman: Chuck Schumer Policy Committee
115th_United_States_Congress
2024 U.S. Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity
changed for all practical purposes", Biden said. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said July 1, 2024 was a "sad day for America. Treason or incitement
Trump_v._United_States
Schumer. As it happened, however, New York Republicans had difficulty drawing top-tier candidates to any of the three races. Incumbent Democrat Chuck
2010 United States Senate elections
2010_United_States_Senate_elections
shutdown with Democratic congressional leaders, Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer, Trump had red hats with "Trump 2028" emblazoned on the front. Jeffries
Donald Trump third term proposal
Donald_Trump_third_term_proposal
Democrats. Sen. John Thune is the Senate majority leader, and Sen. Chuck Schumer is the Senate minority leader. Independent senators Angus King of Maine
List of current United States senators
List_of_current_United_States_senators
Major event in the run-up to the 2024 United states presidential election
Barack Obama, Vice President Kamala Harris, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, and California Gov. Gavin Newsom publicly defended Biden and supported
Withdrawal of Joe Biden from the 2024 United States presidential election
Withdrawal_of_Joe_Biden_from_the_2024_United_States_presidential_election
American politician (born 1954)
appearances in support of her campaign. In 2009, Menendez succeeded Senator Chuck Schumer of New York as chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee
Bob_Menendez
Style of progressive politics coined in 2025
defeats in 2024, party leadership, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, urged colleagues to pivot
Dark_Woke
in 1964, but was not Jewish) First Jewish U.S. Senate floor leader: Chuck Schumer (2017) (also first Jewish minority leader in either chamber of Congress)
List of Jewish political milestones in the United States
List_of_Jewish_political_milestones_in_the_United_States
Senate. The dean of the New York delegation is Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-Brooklyn), who has served in Congress since 1981, in the Senate since
New York's congressional delegations
New_York's_congressional_delegations
Legislative framework proposed by Joe Biden
Continued negotiations between Manchin and Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer eventually resulted in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which was
Build_Back_Better_Plan
United States Supreme Court nomination
Immediately after Ginsburg's death was announced, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer tweeted: "The American people should have a voice in the selection of
Amy Coney Barrett Supreme Court nomination
Amy_Coney_Barrett_Supreme_Court_nomination
American restaurant
reviewing the Federal Election Commission (FEC) filings of Senator Chuck Schumer, the New York Post revealed that the Senate Minority Leader had spent
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(Republican) of South Dakota, and the current Minority Leader is Senator Chuck Schumer (Democrat) of New York. The assistant leaders, or whips, are Senators
Party leaders of the United States Senate
Party_leaders_of_the_United_States_Senate
Retrieved January 25, 2025. Lerner, Kira; Gambino, Lauren (January 25, 2026). "Schumer: Democrats will block funding package if it includes homeland security
2026 United States federal government shutdowns
2026_United_States_federal_government_shutdowns
2002 U.S. law regarding corporate accounting
by then New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and New York Senator Chuck Schumer cited this as one reason America's financial sector is losing market
Sarbanes–Oxley_Act
American hedge fund manager (born 1966)
Democratic candidates and organizations, including Richard Blumenthal, Chuck Schumer, Robert Menendez, the Democratic National Committee, and the Democratic
Bill_Ackman
American politician (born 1963)
support from progressive groups and U.S. senators Bernie Sanders and Chuck Schumer. His candidacy prompted renewed scrutiny of his past statements and
Keith_Ellison
American game show host (born 1974)
Reddit AMA, Jennings recalled that in 2004 the Democratic politicians Chuck Schumer and Harry Reid asked him to run for the United States Senate from Utah
Ken_Jennings
American lawyer and former federal prosecutor (born 1968)
as chief counsel to Senator Chuck Schumer from 2005 to 2009; during this time, Bharara was heavily involved in Schumer's investigation of the 2006 presidential
Preet_Bharara
American politician and lawyer (born 1960)
February 6, 2020. Retrieved February 8, 2020. "Senate Democrats elect Chuck Schumer as their new leader". CBS News. November 16, 2016. Archived from the
Amy_Klobuchar
American politician (born 1954)
regional lenders and help make it easier for them to provide credit". Chuck Schumer and Elizabeth Warren have stated their opposition to the legislation
Mark_Warner
Russian-American celebrity doctor (born 1989)
Madden, Steven He, Barbara Corcoran, Kal Penn, Brandon Marshall, and Chuck Schumer.[unreliable source] In late 2015, Varshavski established a foundation
Doctor_Mike
Congressional members privy to intelligence briefings
Leadership in the United States Senate: John Thune (R-SD), Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Minority Leader 118th United States Congress (January 3, 2023
Gang_of_Eight_(intelligence)
Governor of Maine since 2019
campaigns. In August 2025, Axios reported that Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer was actively recruiting Mills to challenge Collins. Later that month
Janet_Mills
2025 US federal law
partial release as a "big mistake." Democratic politicians including Chuck Schumer, Ro Khanna, Jamie Raskin, and Robert Garcia all condemned Blanche's
Epstein Files Transparency Act
Epstein_Files_Transparency_Act
American political conference
Speakers included former President Donald Trump, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, US senators Cory Booker, Kyrsten
Hill_and_Valley_Forum
American physician and politician (born 1957)
a bipartisan congressional delegation led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and met with General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party Xi Jinping
Bill_Cassidy
easily beating Democratic activist Doris Haddock. Incumbent Democrat Chuck Schumer won re-election to his second term, easily beating Republican Howard
2004 United States Senate elections
2004_United_States_Senate_elections
"wrong". After a speech by Chuck Schumer calling for new elections after the war, Likud released a statement, saying, "Senator Schumer is expected to respect
United States support for Israel in the Gaza war
United_States_support_for_Israel_in_the_Gaza_war
since 2007. New York's two U.S. senators are Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (a Democrat serving as a U.S. senator from New York since 1999) and
Politics_of_New_York_(state)
American politician (born 1976)
opportunity". In the summer of 2018, Sinema said she would vote against Chuck Schumer for Minority Leader if elected to the U.S. Senate. "The Democratic leadership
Kyrsten_Sinema
Line of alcoholic drinks
their sale and distribution as of November 19, 2010. New York senator Chuck Schumer and New York City councilman James Sanders Jr. approached the Obama
Four_Loko
2022 U.S. federal law
debate, the consideration of the bill was delayed by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. On November 14, 2022, a group of bipartisan senators, including Rob
Respect_for_Marriage_Act
Proposed United States legislation
Safety and Privacy Act (S. 2073). After introduction on the 23rd by Chuck Schumer as an amendment replacing the Eliminate Useless Reports Act, the new
Kids_Online_Safety_Act
American attorney (born 1974)
concerns from some opponents of Trump, including Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer, that Blanche may have offered Maxwell a favorable deal to ensure she
Todd_Blanche
Future stadium in Orchard Park, New York
Bills selected their members for the panel, including U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer, Bills CEO and President Russ Brandon, local developer Louis Ciminelli
Highmark_Stadium
American social media journalist
Substack and social media platforms, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senator Adam Schiff, Representative Tom Suozzi, and Governor Gavin
Aaron_Parnas
American pastor and politician (born 1969)
from Democratic leadership. He was endorsed by Democratic senators Chuck Schumer, Cory Booker, Sherrod Brown, Kirsten Gillibrand, Jeff Merkley, Chris
Raphael_Warnock
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First_cabinet_of_Donald_Trump
local elections. Incumbent Democrat U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer won re-election to a third term. Schumer won every county except for Wyoming, Tioga, and
2010 United States Senate election in New York
2010_United_States_Senate_election_in_New_York
the private backing of the Democratic Senate leadership, including Chuck Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee
2026 United States Senate election in Michigan
2026_United_States_Senate_election_in_Michigan
American politician (born 1972)
wing" who might be opposed by moderate Democrats if he runs to succeed Chuck Schumer as the Senate Democratic leader as his selection would run "counter
Brian_Schatz
of State of West Virginia (2001–2005) (called on Biden to drop out) Chuck Schumer, New York (1999–present), Senate Majority Leader (2021–2025), Senate
List of Democrats who opposed the Joe Biden 2024 presidential campaign
List_of_Democrats_who_opposed_the_Joe_Biden_2024_presidential_campaign
after the term began). New York's current U.S. senators are Democrats Chuck Schumer (serving since 1999; also serving as Senate Democratic Leader since
List of United States senators from New York
List_of_United_States_senators_from_New_York
targets. Among these states was Alaska, where Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer heavily courted former U.S. Representative Mary Peltola, the last Democrat
2026 United States Senate election in Alaska
2026_United_States_Senate_election_in_Alaska
Israeli-American film and television producer (born 1948)
supporter of Israel. In 2024, he denounced Democratic U.S. senator Chuck Schumer for criticizing Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling
Avi_Arad
Airspace violation and shootdown incident
for not shooting down the balloon earlier. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer added: "The bottom line here is that shooting down the balloon over
2023_Chinese_balloon_incident
CHUCK SCHUMER
CHUCK SCHUMER
Surname or Lastname
Possibly an Americanized spelling of Czech and Slovak ÄŒech (see Cech), or other Slavic or German ethnic names for a Czech.English
Possibly an Americanized spelling of Czech and Slovak ÄŒech (see Cech), or other Slavic or German ethnic names for a Czech.English : unexplained.
Girl/Female
British, English
Form of Charles; Man
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from Middle English chike ‘young fowl’ (a shortened form of chiken), applied as a metonymic occupational name for someone who bred poultry for the table, or as a nickname from the same word used as a term of endearment.English : variant of Cheek.
Boy/Male
American, Australian, British, Chinese, Christian, English, German
Strong and Manly; Form of Charles; Man; Strong
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from Anglo-Norman French chouque ‘tree stump’, possibly applied as a topographic name for someone who lived near a tree stump, or alternatively as a nickname for a person of stumpy build. Compare Such.
Boy/Male
Indian
Chick Style
Boy/Male
American, British, English, German
Man
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Traditional
Perfect; Beyond Check
Boy/Male
American, Australian, German
Man
Surname or Lastname
English
English : from the medieval personal name Hucke, perhaps from the Old English personal name Hucca or Ucca, which may in some cases be a pet form of Old English Ūhtrǣd. Later, however, this name fell completely out of use and the forms became inextricably confused with those of Hugh.German : topographic name from a term meaning ‘bog’.German and Dutch : from a pet form of the personal name Hugo (see Hugh).
Boy/Male
Australian, Nigerian
Supreme God
Male
English
Pet form of English Charles, CHUCK means "man."
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
To Check; To Restrain
Surname or Lastname
English (Worcestershire)
English (Worcestershire) : of uncertain origin; perhaps a nickname from Middle English schucke ‘devil’, ‘fiend’.Jewish (Ashkenazic) : variant of Schuck.Americanized spelling of German Schuck.
Boy/Male
Tamil
Check, Control
Surname or Lastname
English
English : patronymic from Huck.
Boy/Male
Hindu
Check, Control
Boy/Male
Native American
Wave.
Boy/Male
English
a man.
Boy/Male
English American
A from the Old English 'ceorl' meaning man. Famous bearer: American singer Chuck Berry.
CHUCK SCHUMER
CHUCK SCHUMER
Girl/Female
Indian
Name of a river
Boy/Male
Muslim/Islamic
Painter artist
Boy/Male
Indian, Tamil
People with this Name are Preferably Intelligent and Very Generous; Highly Knowledgeable in Problem Solving Skills
Girl/Female
Scottish
gray haired.
Biblical
heart of a man; heart of the sea
Boy/Male
American, British, English, German
Noble Leader
Girl/Female
American, British, English, German, Greek
Free Man; Pure; Female Version of Charles; Carl
Boy/Male
Tamil
Sahishnu | ஸஹிஷà¯à®£à¯
Lord Vishnu
Boy/Male
Norse
Weapon of the gods.
Girl/Female
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Telugu
Beautiful Eyes
CHUCK SCHUMER
CHUCK SCHUMER
CHUCK SCHUMER
CHUCK SCHUMER
CHUCK SCHUMER
imp. & p. p.
of Chuck
v. t.
To place in a chuck, or hold by means of a chuck, as in turning; to bore or turn (a hole) in a revolving piece held in a chuck.
n.
The chuck or call of a hen.
n.
A word of endearment; -- corrupted from chick.
n.
A game played with chucks, in which one or more are tossed up and caught; jackstones.
v. t.
To make a move which puts an adversary's piece, esp. his king, in check; to put in check.
adv.
Entirely; quite; as, chock home; chock aft.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Chuck
imp. & p. p.
of Chuck
n.
A piece of the backbone of an animal, from between the neck and the collar bone, with the adjoining parts, cut for cooking; as, a chuck steak; a chuck roast.
v. t.
To verify, to guard, to make secure, by means of a mark, token, or other check; to distinguish by a check; to put a mark against (an item) after comparing with an original or a counterpart in order to secure accuracy; as, to check an account; to check baggage.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Chuck
n.
A wedge, or brake, to check the motion of a machine or car; a chock.
n.
Small chick or crack.
n.
A written order directing a bank or banker to pay money as therein stated. See Bank check, below.
n.
A mark, certificate, or token, by which, errors may be prevented, or a thing or person may be identified; as, checks placed against items in an account; a check given for baggage; a return check on a railroad.
v. t.
To stop or fasten, as with a wedge, or block; to scotch; as, to chock a wheel or cask.
n.
A condition of interrupted or impeded progress; arrest; stop; delay; as, to hold an enemy in check.
v. t.
To deprive of the shucks or husks; as, to shuck walnuts, Indian corn, oysters, etc.
v. i.
To make a noise resembling that of a hen when she calls her chickens; to cluck.