Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Shakedowns.
Shakedowns - as an adjective
Intended to test a new system under operating conditions and to familiarize the operators with the system
Example: "A shakedown cruise"
Shakedowns - as a noun
Initial adjustments to improve the functioning or the efficiency and to bring to a more satisfactory state
Example: "The new industry's economic shakedown"
A very thorough search of a person or a place
Example: "A shakedown by the police uncovered the drugs"
Extortion of money (as by blackmail)
Example Sentences
"The police conducted a series of shakedowns to search for weapons."
"The politician was accused of participating in illegal shakedowns for campaign funds."
"The mob boss ordered his henchmen to perform shakedowns on local businesses."
"The corrupt officers engaged in shakedowns by extorting money from innocent citizens."
"The gang members used shakedowns as a way to intimidate and control their territory."
Word Game Points
Is SHAKEDOWNS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shakedowns is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHAKEDOWNS has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is SHAKEDOWNS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shakedowns is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHAKEDOWNS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is SHAKEDOWNS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shakedowns is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHAKEDOWNS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
