1. a pattern of squares in alternating colors, especially black and white
Usage: British spelling
2. one of the squares in such a pattern
Usage: British spelling

1. to mark with a pattern of squares in alternating colors
Usage: British spelling
2. to vary or diversify
Usage: British spelling; formal

Examples

• The kitchen floor had a black and white chequer pattern.
• Each chequer on the board was perfectly square.
• The artist decided to chequer the canvas with bold colors.
• His career was chequered with both successes and failures.
• The flag featured a distinctive chequer design.
• She moved her piece to the next chequer on the board.