ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Wicking

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Wicking is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of wick.

Meaning

present participle and gerund of wick.

More Meanings

  1. The material of which wicks are made, especially a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.
  2. (physics) Capillarity, capillary effect, capillary motion.

Example Sentences

The fabric is wicking perspiration away from the body.

Word Forms

Synonyms for wicking

Depending on context, synonyms include wick.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include taper, wickmaking, wich, weaving, candlewick, wadding.

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