RACK

Definition

1. noun framework for holding objects.
2. noun rib section of a forequarter of veal or pork or especially lamb or mutton.
3. noun the destruction or collapse of something. — synonyms: wrack
4. noun an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims. — synonyms: wheel
5. noun a support for displaying various articles. — synonyms: stand
6. noun a form of torture in which pain is inflicted by stretching the body.
7. noun a rapid gait of a horse in which each foot strikes the ground separately. — synonyms: single-foot
8. verb go at a rack. — synonyms: single-foot
9. verb stretch to the limits.
10. verb put on a rack and pinion.
11. verb obtain by coercion or intimidation. — synonyms: extort, squeeze, gouge, wring
12. verb run before a gale. — synonyms: scud
13. verb fly in high wind.
14. verb draw off from the lees.
15. verb torment emotionally or mentally. — synonyms: torment, torture, excruciate
16. verb work on a rack.
17. verb seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block.
18. verb torture on the rack.