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racking

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Noun — A method of laying shingles vertically up a roof, rather than side to side, during roofing work.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

straight-up method

Frequently asked questions

What does “racking” mean?

The word “racking” means a method of laying shingles vertically up a roof, rather than side to side, during roofing work. In plain terms, a term used in roofing (a shingle-laying technique) and in winemaking (siphoning liquid off its sediment).

How do you use “racking” in a sentence?

Here is “racking” used in a sentence: “The contractor recommended racking for a faster, more even shingle job.”

What is another word for “racking”?

Words with a similar meaning to “racking” include straight-up method.

What part of speech is “racking”?

“Racking” is a noun.

How many meanings does “racking” have?

“Racking” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a method of laying shingles vertically up a roof, rather than side to side, during roofing work.

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