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rack

British pronunciation/ɹˈæk/
American pronunciation/ˈɹæk/
Rack
[NOUN]
1

a shelf or frame with hooks or bars, etc. on which things can be put or hung

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2

a framework, typically with rails, hooks, or pegs, on which items can be hung

synonyms : stand
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What is a "rack"?

A rack refers to a piece of furniture, equipment, or structure that is used for holding, storing, and organizing items, especially clothing. In retail stores, a rack is often used to display and organize merchandise for customers to browse and purchase. Clothing racks come in various sizes and designs, ranging from simple freestanding models to more elaborate displays with multiple levels, shelves, and compartments. They can be made of various materials, including wood, metal, plastic, or a combination of materials. In addition to retail stores, racks are also commonly used in homes, offices, and other settings to organize clothing, accessories, and other items.

3

a piece of meat from a pig or lamb which is attached to the front ribs

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4

a rapid gait of a horse in which each foot strikes the ground separately

synonyms : single-foot
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5

a form of torture in which pain is inflicted by stretching the body

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6

an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims

synonyms : wheel
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7

the destruction or collapse of something

synonyms : wrack
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to rack
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

go at a rack

synonyms : single-foot
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2

stretch to the limits

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3

torture on the rack

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4

seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block

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5

giant tortoises

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6

work on a rack

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7

torment emotionally or mentally

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8

draw off from the lees

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9

run before a gale

synonyms : scud
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10

fly in high wind

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11

obtain by coercion or intimidation

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12

large shaggy-coated bovid mammal of Canada and Greenland; intermediate in size and anatomy between an ox and a sheep

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13

put on a rack and pinion

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Examples
1He took the larger size of shirt from the rack.
2We racked our brains but we couldn't come up with a solution.
3I've been racking my brain, but I can't remember his name.
4He racked his brains all weekend trying to think of a solution to the problem.
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