rack | (verb) torture on the rack | - |
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(verb) seize together, as of parallel ropes of a tackle in order to prevent running through the block | - |
(verb) place in a rack | Synonyms: rack up |
(verb) work on a rack | - |
(verb) stretch to the limits | - |
(verb) torment emotionally or mentally | Synonyms: excruciate, torment, torture |
(verb) go at a rack | Synonyms: single-foot |
(verb) draw off from the lees | - |
(verb) run before a gale | Synonyms: scud |
(verb) fly in high wind | - |
(verb) obtain by coercion or intimidation | Synonyms: extort, gouge, squeeze, wring |
(verb) put on a rack and pinion | - |
racket | (verb) hit (a ball) with a racket | - |
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(verb) make loud and annoying noises | - |
(verb) celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities | Synonyms: jollify, make happy, make merry, make whoopee, revel, wassail, whoop it up |
racketeer | (verb) carry on illegal business activities involving crime | - |
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