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Definition of racking - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
storageframework for storing or displaying items
- The racking in the warehouse was full.
2.
brewingTECH. process of clarifying beverages by removing sedimentTECH.
- Racking is essential for clear wine production.
3.
roofingTECH. US method of applying shingles vertically on roofsTECH. US
- The contractor used racking for the new roof.
4.
maritimeTECH. spun yarn used for securing ropesTECH.
- The sailor used racking to secure the ropes.
5.
tortureDated method of inflicting pain for punishment or coercionDated
- The racking was used during the interrogation.
Adjective
1.
intensityused to describe a very intense or severe process or experience
- She described the trial as a racking ordeal.
2.
emotioncausing intense physical or emotional pain
- She was in racking pain after the accident.
Images of racking
framework for storing or displaying items
Expressions with racking
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causing intense mental effort or strain
This puzzle is really racking my brain.
causing extreme stress or anxiety
The final exam was nerve-racking for all students.
Origin of racking
Middle English, rakken (to stretch)
Terms with racking included in their meaning
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figurative
intense or nerve-racking experience
equestrian
horse known for its racking gait
Examples of racking in a sentence
The store's racking was neatly organized. Racking helps in separating the lees from the wine. Proper racking improves the taste of the beer. Racking ensures the shingles are aligned properly. The team preferred racking for its efficiency. The racking was essential for the ship's safety.
Old racking was replaced to ensure stability. The racking was a feared punishment in medieval times. Prisoners dreaded the racking for its excruciating pain. The racking pain left him breathless. It was a racking experience for everyone involved. The racking headache made it hard to concentrate. His racking sobs echoed through the room.
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- French:rayonnage, déchirant, ...
- German:Regal, intensiv, ...
- Italian:scaffalatura, struggente, ...
- Spanish:estante, intenso, ...
- Portuguese:estante, angustiante, ...
- Chinese:货架, 剧烈的, ...
- Japanese:棚, 激しい, ...
- Arabic:رَفّ, مُضْنٍ, ...
- Hebrew:מַעֲרֶכֶת מְדָפִים, מְיַסֵּר, ...
- Russian:стеллаж, интенсивный, ...
- Ukrainian:стелажі, мучительний, ...
- Hindi:भंडारण ढांचा, यातनापूर्ण, ...
Definition of rack - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
storageframework for holding objects
- She placed the dishes on the kitchen rack.
2.
foodrib section of a lamb or other meat
- He cooked a rack of lamb for dinner.
3.
billiardsTECH. triangle for aligning billiard ballsTECH.
- He set up the rack for the next game.
4.
animalsset of antlers on an animal
- The deer had an impressive rack.
5.
torture deviceinstrument of torture
- The medieval rack was used to extract confessions.
6.
- He made a comment about her rack.
7.
mechanical partTECH. toothed bar engaging with a gearTECH.
- The rack and pinion system steers the car.
8.
climbing gearTECH. climber's set of equipmentTECH.
- He checked his rack before the climb.
9.
nauticalDated US bunk or bed on a shipDated US
- He slept in his rack on the submarine.
Verb
1.
shelfplace on a frame for storage
- She racked the dishes after washing them.
2.
effortUS stretch or strain to the utmostUS
- She racked her brain trying to remember the details.
3.
painUS cause extreme physical or mental painUS
- The torture racked his body and mind.
4.
billiardsTECH. arrange billiard balls in a triangular rackTECH.
- He racked the balls before the game started.
5.
firearmsTECH. US load a round into firing positionTECH. US
- He racked the shotgun before aiming.
6.
brewingDated clarify beer or wine by siphoningDated
- They racked the wine to remove sediment.
Images of rack
framework for holding objects 
rib section of a lamb or other meat 
triangle for aligning billiard balls 
set of antlers on an animal 
toothed bar engaging with a gear 
climber's set of equipment
Expressions with rack
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gain many items, results or successes over time
She racked up three awards in one year.
time spent sleeping or resting
After a long day, he needed some rack time.
search persistently for something or someone
They racked down the missing documents all night.
struggle to think hard or remember something
She had to rack her brain to solve the puzzle.
think hard to remember something
She racked her brains to recall his name.
undergoing extreme stress or pressure
She felt on the rack with all the deadlines approaching.
try very hard to remember or think of something
I racked my brain for her name but drew a blank.
think very hard to remember something
We racked our brains for his name, but it wouldn't come.
structure for holding parked bicycles securely
The school installed a new bicycle parking rack.
stationary structure for parking bicycles
He locked his bike at the bicycle rack.
structure for holding bicycles securely in place
The school installed a new bike parking rack.
structure for holding bicycles securely
The park installed a new bike rack for visitors.
furniture piece with horizontal rungs for hanging clothes
She placed her wet coat on the clothes rack.
stand or fixture for hanging coats
She hung her winter coat on the coat rack by the door.
rack for drying washed dishes
Place the plates on the dish rack to dry.
structure for displaying dresses in stores
The boutique had a beautiful dress rack by the entrance.
furniture for hanging hats and coats
She placed her coat on the hat rack.
shelf above seats in trains or buses for luggage
He placed his bag on the luggage rack above.
stand or holder for storing magazines
She placed her favorite journals on the magazine rack in the living room.
rack for holding plates to dry after washing
She placed the dishes on the plate rack to dry.
frame attached to the roof of a vehicle for carrying luggage
They secured the suitcases to the roof rack before starting their road trip.
shelf or stand for organizing shoes
The shoe rack by the door is full.
rack for storing spice jars or loose spices
She organized her kitchen with a new spice rack.
framework with shelves or bars used to keep stored things organized
We bought a new storage rack to organize the cleaning supplies.
Origin of rack
Middle Dutch, rak (straight, upright)
Examples of rack in a sentence
The rack was full of old magazines. The chef prepared a rack of ribs. We ordered a rack of pork. She placed the balls in the rack before breaking. The rack was perfectly aligned for the next shot. Hunters admired the elk's massive rack.
The moose displayed its rack proudly in the forest. The rack was a feared torture device in history. Prisoners dreaded the sight of the rack. They joked about her impressive rack. He couldn't stop staring at her rack. The engineer examined the damaged rack. A broken rack can cause steering issues. Her rack was neatly organized with all the necessary gear. He forgot to include a cam in his rack for the climb. The sailor returned to his rack after the night shift. Each crew member has a designated rack on the ship. He racked the pool cues after the game. The librarian racked the returned books efficiently. He racked his body to lift the heavy weights. The project racked their resources to the limit. Guilt racked her conscience. The disease racked his frail body. Please rack the balls for the next break. She racked them tightly before the tournament match. She quickly racked the rifle during the drill. The soldier racked his weapon in preparation for the mission. The brewer racked the ale into clean barrels. After fermentation, they racked the cider carefully.
View all translations of rack
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- French:étagère, ranger, ...
- German:Gestell, lagern, ...
- Italian:scaffale, riporre, ...
- Spanish:rejilla, colocar, ...
- Portuguese:prateleira, colocar, ...
- Chinese:架子, 放在架子上, ...
- Japanese:ラック, ラックに置く, ...
- Arabic:رَفّ, رَصَّ, ...
- Hebrew:מַעֲמָד, לְסַדֵּר, ...
- Russian:стеллаж, ставить, ...
- Ukrainian:стелаж, ставити, ...
- Hindi:रैक, सजाना, ...
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