From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishcheckeredcheck‧ered (also chequered British English) /ˈtʃekəd $ -ərd/ adjective 1 CFhaving a pattern made up of squares of two different colours a red and white checkered tablecloth a checkered marble floor2 → have a checkered history/career/past etc
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checkered• People living within walking distance of the track decorate their houses for the family cookout with checkered flags and banners.• On top of a red-and-white checkered tablecloth were two of the best plates, cups and saucers. 