SHAKE DOWN


Meaning of SHAKE DOWN in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ verb ]

Date: circa 1859

intransitive verb

1.

a. : to take up temporary quarters

b. : to occupy an improvised or makeshift bed

2.

a. : to become accustomed especially to new surroundings or duties

b. : to settle down

transitive verb

1. : to obtain money from in a deceitful, contemptible, or illegal manner

racketeers shaking down store owners for protection

2. : to make a thorough search of

3. : to bring about a reduction of

4. : to give a shakedown test to

shook down the vessel before its maiden voyage

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.