Meaning of the word rack in English

What does rack mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rack

US /ræk/

UK /ræk/

a framework, typically with bars or pegs, for holding or storing things

Example:

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She hung her clothes on the drying rack.

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The wine bottles were stored on a wooden rack.

Synonym:

shelf stand frame holder framework

a cause of intense pain or distress

Example:

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The constant worry was a rack on her mind.

Synonym:

torment agony distress suffering pain

cause extreme pain or distress to

Example:

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He was racked with guilt over his decision.

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The disease racked his body with pain.

Synonym:

torment torture agonize distress afflict

strain or stretch to the utmost

Example:

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He racked his brains trying to remember the name.

Synonym:

strain stretch exert tax overtax