wicking

American

[wik-ing] / ˈwɪk ɪŋ /

noun

material for wicks. wick.

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

Example Sentences

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Nigel Wicking, chief executive of the Heathrow Airline Operators Committee, which represents airlines that use the west London airport, said a "couple of incidents" had made him concerned.

From BBC

Heathrow insisted after the hearing that Mr Wicking was referring to matters which had "no relation" to the North Hyde substation that caught fire.

From BBC

Mr Wicking said the shutdown cost airlines £60m to £100m.

From BBC

“We could see these massive flames wicking off the top of the mountain and moving fast,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Nigel Wicking, chief executive of Heathrow Airline Operators Committee, says all of the costs are passed on to travellers.

From BBC

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