rackwork

[ rak-wurk ]

/ ˈrækˌwɜrk /

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noun

a mechanism utilizing a rack, as a rack and pinion.

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Origin of rackwork

First recorded in 1760–70; rack¹ + work

Words nearby rackwork

rack rail, rack railway, rack-rent, rack saw, rack up, rackwork, raclette, racon, raconteur, raconteuse, racoon