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

Examples of wicker in a Sentence

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The rooms The eight villas—of which four have views of the Philippine Sea and the ‘Naked Island’ sandbank on the horizon—have largely retained their pre-typhoon blueprint and wood-and-wicker decor. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026 Handwoven all-weather wicker meets weather-resistant upholstery throughout the collection, meaning mildew is far away, and a long, vibey night of summer sentimentality is just ahead. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026 Lorentzen is partial to cast-iron and wicker pieces and enjoys fusing some contemporary accents into her final setup. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 May 2026 Two wicker chairs and a simple vintage table perfectly suit the space for a party of two. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026 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 21 May. 2026.

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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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