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Answer for the clue "Washer that prevents a nut from loosening ", 8 letters:
lockring

Word definitions for lockring in dictionaries

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. washer that prevents a nut from loosening [syn: lock ring , lock washer ]

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. (''bicycling'') a threaded washer used to prevent components from become loose during rotation. They are found on a bottom bracket and a track hub.

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
For the Bronze Age jewellery, see lock ring . A lock ring is a threaded washer used to prevent components from becoming loose during rotation. They are found on an adjustable bottom bracket and a track hub of a bicycle . Lokring is another form of fastener ...

Usage examples of lockring.

He had brought along both energy pistols and - finding no belt, lockrings, hooks, Velcro pads, macclamps, or pockets to secure them with - now floated along like some drunken holodrama pirate, a weapon in each hand, bouncing from wall to wall.