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Definition of shakeproof
shakeproof
/ˈʃeɪk.pruːf/
shake · proof
shakeproof Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
• adjective
1
Resistant to loosening, damage, or failure caused by shaking, jarring, or mechanical vibration (especially of fasteners such as lock washers, bolts, or containers).
Example
"The engineer specified shakeproof washers for the engine mount to prevent the bolts from working loose under heavy vibration."
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shakeproof. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shakeproof