chequer(noun, verb) noun1. one of the flat round pieces used in playing the game of checkersSimilar word(s): checkerDefinition categories: man–made, man, piece verb1. mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines onSimilar word(s): check, checkerDefinition categories: creation, draw2. variegate with different colors, shades, or patternsSimilar word(s): checkerDefinition categories: change, motley, variegate, vary