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| rack·et [ rákət ] (plural rack·ets) |
noun |
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| Definition: |
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1. noise: a loud noise, especially when it disturbs people
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2. illegal scheme: an illegal or dishonest money-making scheme, involving activities such as bribery, fraud, or intimidation
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3. business: a business, job, or activity of any kind
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informal
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  He's in the advertising racket.
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4. easy living: an easy and very profitable way of earning a living
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informal
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| [Mid-16th century. Origin ?] |
