Idiom
cut (someone) a check
Theme: COMMERCE
to write a check; to have a computer print a check.We will cut a check for the balance due you later this afternoon.We will cut you a check as soon as possible.
Slang
cut a check
Theme: CHECKS
tr. to write a check.We'll cut the check tonight and send it out in tomorrow's mail.Please cut a check for Mr. Babbit. Here's the amount.