Check vs roll?

[Java Man]

Is there a specific rule definition for something being a "check" as opposed to a roll or throw or whatever?

[Azothath]

→Rules - Common terms and you can scroll down to "Check". There are various "checks" like attack rolls and skill checks which are tied to a Difficulty Class(DC).

[Java Man]

A glossary? What kind of devilry is this? Madness!