rack

Definition

A series of one or more shelves, stacked one above the other.

Etymology

From Middle English rakke, rekke, from Middle Dutch rac, recke, rec (Dutch rek), see rekken.

Example Sentences

• "Ay, but I fear you speak upon the rack, / Where men enforced do speak anything."
• "During the troubles of the fifteenth century, a rack was introduced into the Tower, and was occasionally used under the plea of political necessity."
• "Chief Stevens approached my rack and repeatedly ordered me to vacate my rack and report to the working party."