To cause extreme physical or mental pain or stress to someone. The constant worry about his job racked him with anxiety.
To place or arrange something in a rack or on racks. She racked the pool balls before starting the game.
To stretch or strain something to the utmost. The storm racked the ship as it struggled through the waves.
To accumulate or gather something, often used with 'up'. He managed to rack up a significant amount of debt over the years.
To draw off (wine, beer, etc.) from the sediment into a new container for clarification or aging. After the primary fermentation, she racked the wine into oak barrels.