racking — Englisches Wörterbuch

Substantiv

1. A method of asphalt shingle application, whereby shingle courses are applied vertically, up the roof rather than laterally across and up.

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2. spun yarn used in racking ropes

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3. The process of clarifying, and thereby deterring further fermentation of, beer, wine or cider by draining or siphoning it from the dregs.

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Adjektiv

1. causing great physical or mental suffering

   Synonyme

   wrenching

   Beispiele

   a wrenching pain