rack
verbcandidate·updated Jun 3, 2026
seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block
Framework senses
- §1
- torture on the rack
- §2
- seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block
- §3
- work on a rack
- §4
- stretch to the limits
- §5
- torment emotionally or mentally
- §6
- draw off from the lees
- §7
- fly in high wind
- §8
- run before a gale
- §9
- go at a rack
- §10
- obtain by coercion or intimidation
- §11
- put on a rack and pinion