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BNC: 19612 COCA: 17490

wick

1 wick /ˈwɪk/ noun
plural wicks
1 wick
/ˈwɪk/
noun
plural wicks
Learner's definition of WICK
[count]
: a string or piece of material in a candle or lamp that is lit for burning蜡烛芯;灯芯

get on someone's wick

British, informal
: to annoy someone触怒(某人);使生气
2 wick /ˈwɪk/ verb
wicks; wicked; wicking
2 wick
/ˈwɪk/
verb
wicks; wicked; wicking
Learner's definition of WICK
[+ object] US
: to cause (fluid or moisture) to be pulled away from a surface (such as your skin)通过毛细作用带走(液体或水分)usually + away
BNC: 19612 COCA: 17490

wick

1 of 2

noun

: a bundle of fibers or a loosely twisted, braided, or woven cord, tape, or tube usually of soft spun cotton threads that by capillary attraction draws up to be burned a steady supply of the oil in lamps or the melted tallow or wax in candles

wick

2 of 2

verb

wicked; wicking; wicks

transitive verb

: to absorb or drain (a fluid, moisture, etc.) like a wick
a fabric that wicks away perspiration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
At the end of one row of mattresses, a couple sat beside a wick burning in a lid of oil. Luke Mogelson, The New Yorker, 23 July 2022 Harlem Candle Company and The Metropolitan Museum of Art teamed up just in time for the holiday season on this charming double-wick candle that's ideal for your favorite art lover—who also happens to love a good scented candle. Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2022 This soy option features a non-lead wick as well as a calming blend of lemon and eucalyptus. Monique Valeris, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2022 Each has a 12-ounce capacity and an approximate 4-hour burn time, along with a fiberglass wick. Use them in a grouping or spread them out for use as decorative accents around your space. Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 21 June 2022 There’s no substitute for ones that don’t fall down mid-workout, keep their shape, and wick sweat when needed. Johanna Flashman, SELF, 27 Apr. 2022 The fiery wick then ignites the fluid, creating a self-sustaining fire. Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 7 Apr. 2022 Prosecutors said the homemade firebomb consisted of a five-gallon Scepter fuel tank filled with gasoline and pages from a Christian religious pamphlet that were used as a wick. Nick Stoico, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Feb. 2022 Mushrooming is one of the reasons that regular wick trimming is essential. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 31 Jan. 2022
Verb
Lightweight fabrics like linen and cotton breathe while synthetic fabrics like polyester and spandex can wick away sweat or resist it altogether. Scottie Andrew, CNN, 31 Aug. 2022 Don't Overstuff the Washing Machine Because of their bulk, sheets need room to move in the washing machine in order for water and detergent to thoroughly penetrate the fibers and wick away the buildup that contributes to a dingy appearance. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2022 Additionally, the sink should be rinsed after each use to wick away any acidic or oily residue that can cause changes to the copper patina. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2022 But Mack Weldon's dress socks will nip any bad scent in the bud thanks to a blend of cotton and antimicrobial silver that's scientifically proven to wick moisture and keep your feet fresh all day. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 15 Aug. 2022 In the middle of a summer run, high-intensity workout, or hot yoga session, arguably the most important function of your gear is to wick sweat away from your body to cool you via evaporation. Maren Larsen, Outside Online, 29 July 2020 Made from rayon sourced from bamboo and nylon, the fabric is cooler than most fibers used in pillowcases and helps to wick away moisture — which is also good for keeping skin clear. Olivia O'bryon, Forbes, 4 Aug. 2022 Sit lighter-weight pots in a basin of water and let the water wick to the top. Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2022 Pros also evaluate the fabric's strength and pilling resistance and use a moisture management tester to assess its ability to wick moisture. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 24 May 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English weke, wicke, from Old English wēoce; akin to Old High German wiohha wick, Middle Irish figid he weaves

First Known Use

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wick was before the 12th century
BNC: 19612 COCA: 17490

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