SHAKEDOWN
Scrabble letter values: S1H4A1K5E1D2O1W4N1 = 20
Definition
- adjective intended to test a new system under operating conditions and to familiarize the operators with the system.
- noun initial adjustments to improve the functioning or the efficiency and to bring to a more satisfactory state.
- noun a very thorough search of a person or a place.
- noun extortion of money (as by blackmail).
Examples
- “a shakedown cruise”
- “the new industry's economic shakedown”
- “a shakedown by the police uncovered the drugs”