Racking can be referred to as the verb form of the word rack. In this meaning it can refer to the act of placing some article like pool or billiard balls in a rack, or it can refer to torturing someone with a rack and finally it can also mean to cause mental or physical suffering.
Racking can also mean the spun yarn that is used for racking ropes. Racking is a term also used in the wine making industry. There the act of removing or siphoning the clear juice from the container after the sediments have been allowed to settle naturally or through the use of fining agents is referred to as racking. This process may be conducted three or four times and may be followed by filtration for the wine to be fit for consumption.
Racking can also mean the spun yarn that is used for racking ropes. Racking is a term also used in the wine making industry. There the act of removing or siphoning the clear juice from the container after the sediments have been allowed to settle naturally or through the use of fining agents is referred to as racking. This process may be conducted three or four times and may be followed by filtration for the wine to be fit for consumption.
