livecheck

noun

UK /ˈlaɪv.tʃek/

US /ˈlaɪv.tʃek/

A livecheck is a quick test to see if something is working right now.

The teacher did a livecheck to make sure every student's computer was connected.

SYNONYMS

real-time check live test instant check spot check

RELATED WORDS

monitor verify status check health check inspection

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A feature that confirms a stream or broadcast is currently online.

The app shows a livecheck badge when the radio station is on air.

3. A quick verification of a ticket or pass at the moment of entry.

The guard gave our passes a livecheck at the gate.

4. In computing, a test that pings a service to confirm it responds right now.

The server runs a livecheck every minute to catch outages early.