rack (Meaning)
rack (n)
framework for holding objects
rib section of a forequarter of veal or pork or especially lamb or mutton
the destruction or collapse of something
an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims
a support for displaying various articles
a form of torture in which pain is inflicted by stretching the body
a rapid gait of a horse in which each foot strikes the ground separately
rack (v)
go at a rack
stretch to the limits
put on a rack and pinion
obtain by coercion or intimidation
run before a gale
fly in high wind
draw off from the lees
torment emotionally or mentally
work on a rack
seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block
torture on the rack
rack (n.)
Same as Arrack.
The neck and spine of a fore quarter of veal or mutton.
A wreck; destruction.
Thin, flying, broken clouds, or any portion of floating vapor in the sky.
A fast amble.
rack (v. i.)
To fly, as vapor or broken clouds.
rack (v.)
To amble fast, causing a rocking or swaying motion of the body; to pace; -- said of a horse.
rack (v. t.)
To draw off from the lees or sediment, as wine.
To extend by the application of force; to stretch or strain; specifically, to stretch on the rack or wheel; to torture by an engine which strains the limbs and pulls the joints.
To torment; to torture; to affect with extreme pain or anguish.
To stretch or strain, in a figurative sense; hence, to harass, or oppress by extortion.
To wash on a rack, as metals or ore.
To bind together, as two ropes, with cross turns of yarn, marline, etc.
rack (a.)
An instrument or frame used for stretching, extending, retaining, or displaying, something.
An engine of torture, consisting of a large frame, upon which the body was gradually stretched until, sometimes, the joints were dislocated; -- formerly used judicially for extorting confessions from criminals or suspected persons.
An instrument for bending a bow.
A grate on which bacon is laid.
A frame or device of various construction for holding, and preventing the waste of, hay, grain, etc., supplied to beasts.
A frame on which articles are deposited for keeping or arranged for display; as, a clothes rack; a bottle rack, etc.
A piece or frame of wood, having several sheaves, through which the running rigging passes; -- called also rack block. Also, a frame to hold shot.
A frame or table on which ores are separated or washed.
A frame fitted to a wagon for carrying hay, straw, or grain on the stalk, or other bulky loads.
A distaff.
A bar with teeth on its face, or edge, to work with those of a wheel, pinion, or worm, which is to drive it or be driven by it.
That which is extorted; exaction.
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rack Sentence Examples
- The pool cue hit the cue ball with such force that it sent it flying into the rack.
- The shelves in the pantry were lined with canned goods, creating a towering rack of supplies.
- The bike rack outside the store was overflowing with bicycles of all shapes and sizes.
- The dish rack on the counter was filled with freshly washed dishes, gleaming in the sunlight.
- The rack of lamb was roasted to perfection and served with a delectable mint sauce.
- The carpenter used a rack to secure the lumber while he cut it.
- The spice rack in the kitchen was a rainbow of flavors, each jar offering a tantalizing aroma.
- The wine rack in the dining room was filled with bottles from around the world, each one a treasure to be savored.
- The bathroom towel rack was adorned with plush, fluffy towels, inviting guests to dry off in comfort.
- The rack and pinion steering system on the car provided precise handling and responsive driving.
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The pool cue hit the cue ball with such force that it sent it flying into the rack.
The shelves in the pantry were lined with canned goods, creating a towering rack of supplies.
The bike rack outside the store was overflowing with bicycles of all shapes and sizes.
The dish rack on the counter was filled with freshly washed dishes, gleaming in the sunlight.
