English / phrase
A Nominal Check
MEANING IN ENGLISH
A superficial, minimal, or perfunctory inspection or verification
In context
01
The busy building inspector did only a nominal check of the air-conditioning unit before approval.
02
Make sure you do not settle for a nominal check when inspecting an apartment for water damage.
Synonyms
token inspection,perfunctory review,cursory examination
Antonyms
thorough inspection,rigorous audit,deep investigation
Collocations
conduct a nominal check,perform a nominal check,merely a nominal check