wicking

American

[wik-ing] / ˈwɪk ɪŋ /

noun

material for wicks.

wicking British

/ ˈwɪkɪŋ /

adjective

acting to move moisture by capillary action from the inside to the surface

wicking fabric

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Etymology

Origin of wicking

First recorded in 1840–50; wick ¹ + -ing ¹

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Anyone who's worn yoga pants, workout gear or stretchy jeans knows the benefits: These materials add softness, wicking and flexibility.

From Salon ● Apr. 25, 2023

He then points to his 28 wicking beds.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 16, 2022

It’s also great for wicking sweat away from my brow and keeping my hair off my neck.

From The Verge ● Apr. 14, 2022

Friday and Saturday at the Masters were unusually blustery, with down puffer jackets far more appropriate than wicking polyester golf shirts.

From Washington Post ● Apr. 9, 2022

I pulled out the wicking and began kneading the wax into a roughly human-shaped doll.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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