Meaning of the word "background check" in English

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background check

US /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd ˌtʃek/
UK /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd ˌtʃek/
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Noun

1.

a check of a person's financial and criminal history, typically conducted by a prospective employer or landlord

Example:
All new employees must undergo a background check.
The landlord conducted a thorough background check on all applicants.
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