Rack — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Rack
Rack (noun)
- a framework, stand, or grating on or in which articles are placed
- an instrument of torture on which a body is stretched
- a cause of anguish or pain
- the rib section of a lamb's forequarters used for chops or as a roast
- the neck and spine of a forequarter of veal, pork, or especially mutton
- destruction
- either of two gaits of a horse:
- pace
- a fast showy 4-beat gait similar to the pace but in which the feet of the same side do not touch down at the same time
- a wind-driven mass of high often broken clouds
Rack (verb)
- to cause to suffer torture, pain, anguish, or ruin
- to place (balls, such as pool balls) in a rack
- to stretch or strain violently
- to go at a rack
- to fly or scud in high wind
- to draw off (wine) from the lees
Rack (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a place set aside for sleeping
"the clock struck midnight, signaling that it was time to hit the rack"
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a state of great suffering of body or mind
"suffering the rack of a sprained ankle, the climber had to make his way back down the mountain to camp"
"felt the rack of regret after losing her temper with her teenagers"
Rack (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to cause persistent suffering to
"the young man was racked with guilt over the lie he had told to his parents"
"the country has been racked by years of civil war"
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to injure by overuse, misuse, or pressure
"she racked her brain trying to remember where she'd put the money"
"the sails of the boat were racked by the storm's winds"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Rack
The most common words with a similar meaning to Rack:
Near Antonyms of Rack
Word Forms of Rack
Inflections: racked, racking, racks
Derived words: rackful (noun), racker (noun), rackingly (adverb)
Origin & Etymology of Rack
Middle English, probably from Middle Dutch rec framework; akin to Old English reccan to stretch, Greek oregein right
First known use: 14th century
Words & Phrases Containing Rack
Frequently Asked Questions about Rack
What does "Rack" mean?
"Rack" means a framework, stand, or grating on or in which articles are placed. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a framework, stand, or grating on or in which articles are placed. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Rack"?
Other words for "Rack" include bed, bunk, doss, hay, kip, lair, pad and sack. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Rack" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Rack"?
There are 155 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Rack". Common alternatives include bed, bunk, doss, hay, kip, lair, pad, sack, affliction and agony.
How do you use "Rack" in a sentence?
Examples of "Rack" in a sentence: "the clock struck midnight, signaling that it was time to hit the rack"; "suffering the rack of a sprained ankle, the climber had to make his way back down the mountain to camp"; "felt the rack of regret after losing her temper with her teenagers".
Is "Rack" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Rack" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Rack"?
"Rack" is pronounced /ˈrak/.
What is the origin of the word "Rack"?
"Rack" comes from Middle English, probably from Middle Dutch rec framework; akin to Old English reccan to stretch, Greek oregein right. First known use: 14th century.
What is another word for "Rack" meaning "a place set aside for sleeping"?
When "Rack" (noun) means a place set aside for sleeping, synonyms include bed, bunk, doss, hay, kip and lair.