ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
Etymology: check out
1.
a. : the completion of the usually fixed procedure or requirements (as the paying of one's bill) in relinquishing or vacating a hotel room
b. : the time at which a hotel guest must relinquish his room or be charged for retaining it
check-out is at 12 noon
2.
a. : a satisfactory performance in a competency test
b. : itemization and receiving of amounts due
taking care of check-outs in the supermarket
a check-out counter in a self-service department store