lock nut

or lock·nut

noun Machinery.

a nut specially constructed to prevent its coming loose, usually having a means of providing extra friction between itself and the screw.

Also called jam nut. a thin supplementary nut screwed down upon a regular nut to prevent its loosening.

Origin of lock nut

First recorded in 1860–65

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Examples from the Web for locknut

Historical Examples of locknut

A locknut is used beneath the notched nut to hold the adjustment.
The Boy Mechanic, Book 2
Various
A locknut is used to hold the screw in any desired position.
Measuring Tools
Unknown
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.
The Boy Mechanic, Book 2
Various

British Dictionary definitions for locknut

locknut

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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