Definitions

1. noun

A thorough search or inspection to detect something, especially something hidden or illegal.

“The police conducted a shakedown of the suspect’s vehicle, searching for evidence.”

2. noun

A thorough or intensive test or examination of something, especially a machine or a system.

“The team conducted a shakedown of the new engine to ensure it was working properly.”

3. noun

A payment or contribution demanded or extorted, especially by an official or a gang.

“The corrupt cop demanded a shakedown from the local business owners.”

4. verb

To search or inspect thoroughly, especially to detect something hidden or illegal.

“The police will shakedown the suspect’s house for evidence.”

5. verb

To test or examine something thoroughly, especially a machine or a system.

“The team will shakedown the new engine to ensure it’s working properly.”

6. verb

To demand or extort a payment or contribution, especially by an official or a gang.

“The corrupt cop will shakedown the local business owners for money.”

7. noun

A thorough rehearsal or run-through of a performance or an event.

“The team conducted a shakedown of the play before its premiere.”