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locknut

 

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Noun locknut has 1 sense
  1. locknut, safety nut - supplementary nut that is screwed down on a primary nut to prevent it from loosening
    --1 is a kind of nut

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Locknut

Noun:

A locknut is a type of nut that is designed to resist loosening under vibrations or torque. It has a special feature such as a nylon insert or a distorted thread pattern that provides extra grip.

Example sentence: I need to use a locknut to secure the bolt in place to prevent it from coming undone.

Verb:

To locknut means to fasten or secure something using a locknut.

Example sentence: Make sure you locknut the wheel tightly to prevent it from wobbling.

Adjective:

Locknut can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to or characteristic of locknuts.

Example sentence: The locknut wrench is specifically designed for easy installation and removal of locknuts.

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