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locknut
/ ˈlɒkˌnʌt /
noun
- a supplementary nut screwed down upon a primary nut to prevent it from shaking loose
- a threaded nut having a feature, such as a nylon insert, to prevent it from shaking loose
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When the bolt has been screwed down sufficiently tight a locknut may be put on, or the first nut soldered to the end of the bolt.
From Project Gutenberg
A locknut is used beneath the notched nut to hold the adjustment.
From Project Gutenberg
A locknut is used to hold the screw in any desired position.
From Project Gutenberg
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