wicker

noun

wick·​er ˈwi-kər How to pronounce wicker (audio)
1
: a small pliant twig or branch (as of osier) : withe
2
b
: something made of wicker
wicker adjective

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Some eagle-eyed viewers noticed the Duchess’s whimsical gardening gloves amongst the flowers and wicker baskets, and what was once just another planting tool is now an opportunity to show off your style. Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 24 Mar. 2025 For summer: in a classic cocked bow, with a wicker picnic basket. The New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2025 Shop washable room-darkening curtains with over 18,000 five-star ratings, quality wicker baskets that double as storage from Kelly Clarkson’s home collection, and more. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025 The chairs and circular glass-top table are available in tan or black wicker finishes. Clint Davis, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wicker

Word History

Etymology

Middle English wiker, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish dialect vikker willow, Old Norse veikr weak — more at weak

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of wicker was in the 14th century

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“Wicker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wicker. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

wicker

noun
wick·​er ˈwik-ər How to pronounce wicker (audio)
1
: a flexible twig (as of a willow)
2
wicker adjective

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