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

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Included is a small wicker loveseat, two wicker chairs and a coffee table. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025 The exterior carries a breezy, coastal joint feel, with large ferns swaying from the patio ceiling and wicker chairs. Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025 The best wicker furniture and decor effortlessly integrates a coastal vibe to your space,. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2025 From wicker furniture to cozy handmade quilts, these timeless items continue to score for sellers in secondhand markets. Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025 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 4 Jun. 2025.

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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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