Meaning of the word "rack up" in English

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

rack up

US /ræk ʌp/
UK /ræk ʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to accumulate or achieve a large amount of something, such as points, profits, or debts

Example:
The company managed to rack up record profits this year.
He racked up a lot of debt during his time at university.
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