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wicking

American  
[wik-ing] / ˈwɪk ɪŋ /

noun

  1. material for wicks.


wicking British  
/ ˈwɪkɪŋ /

adjective

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

    wicking fabric

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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

The mini living wall relies on the same technology that Botanical Designs used for the 1,900-square-foot plant wall at Climate Pledge Arena by having a wicking fabric fronting the plants.

From Seattle Times Sep. 22, 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

Some were filled with liquid and wicking, much like ordinary lamps, but most of them were utterly unfamiliar.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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