noun
- plural of wick: cords or strips of material that draw up fuel in candles, oil lamps, or similar devices
verb
- third person singular present of wick: to draw away moisture or liquid
Examples
- The candles had cotton wicks that burned evenly.
- She trimmed the wicks before lighting the oil lamps.
- The fabric wicks moisture away from your skin.
- This material wicks sweat during exercise.
- Replace the wicks in your kerosene heater annually.
- The shirt wicks perspiration to keep you dry.