1tick 
/ˈtɪk/ noun
/ˈtɪk/ noun 1 [singular] : a small, quick sound that is made by a machine (such as a clock) and that often occurs in a series to produce a rhythm
▪ the tick of a clock 2 [count] chiefly Brit : the time that it takes a clock to make one tick : a very short period of time
▪ I'll be there in a tick. [=second] ▪ Give me two ticks to get ready. 3 [count] chiefly Brit : a mark √ that is used to show that something (such as an item on a list) has been noted, done, etc. : check
▪ Put a tick next to your name.
▪ the tick of a clock
▪ I'll be there in a tick. [=second] ▪ Give me two ticks to get ready.
▪ Put a tick next to your name.
