racking

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)A method of asphalt shingle application, whereby shingle courses are applied vertically, up the roof rather than laterally across and up.
2. (countable, uncountable)spun yarn used in racking ropes
3. (countable, uncountable)The process of clarifying, and thereby deterring further fermentation of, beer, wine or cider by draining or siphoning it from the dregs.

verb

1. (form-of, gerund, participle, present)present participle and gerund of rack

adj

1. (alt-of, alternative)Alternative spelling of wracking.

   “It was a racking experience, and he did not repeat it. The muscular cramps which are characteristic of the complaint were tying the sufferer into knots, and he was biting his lips to shut down the screams which might have relieved his agony at the expense of his manhood.”