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racked

/rækt/ verb · British & US
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What does racked mean?

verb

To cause (something) to become unstable or unsteady, or to be in a state of great difficulty or distress. To store or keep (something) in a rack or on a rack.

Example

"The ship was racked by strong winds, causing it to list to one side."

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