Wicker
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɪkəː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Wicker is a noun meaning A flexible branch or twig of a plant such as willow, used in weaving baskets and furniture.
Meaning
A flexible branch or twig of a plant such as willow, used in weaving baskets and furniture.
More Meanings
- Wickerwork.
- Made of wickerwork.
Example Sentences
wicker basket wicker cradle
Then quick did dress / His half milk up for cheese, and in a press / Of wicker pressed it.
He rose to light my cigarette, then sank back into his wicker chair contentedly. The tea was weak, but not cold, thanks to the hot-plate.
There were many wooden chairs for the bulk of his visitors, and two wicker armchairs with red cloth cushions for superior people. From the packing-cases had emerged some Indian clubs,[…], and all these articles[…] made a scattered and untidy decoration that Mrs. Clough assiduously dusted and greatly cherished.
Word Forms
- wickers
Synonyms for wicker
Depending on context, synonyms include wick, wickerwork, caning.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wickerwork, caning, osier, wicker-work, wickerware, wattle.
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