wicker

noun

wick·​er ˈwi-kər 

1

: a small pliant twig or branch (as of osier) : withe

2

a

: wickerwork

b

: something made of wicker

wicker adjective

Examples of wicker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sofia Richie Grainge’s look is proof that even with polished outfits — in her case, a white textured sweater, white jeans, and a wicker handbag — a sporty sneaker with a streamlined silhouette can be both functional and stylish. —Ali Faccenda, People.com, 2 May 2025

While she’s long been loyal to the blue ostrich iteration (which she’s carried everywhere from her third trimester outings to mom’s night out), she’s added a spring-y version to her closet, carrying an Extra Pocket with a wicker body and a mahogany leather handle. —Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025

For wood or wicker items, use warm water and mild dish soap to remove dust and grime. —Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2025

Resin wicker, Sidey says, is simple: Just hose it off and wipe it clean. —Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2025

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

Rhymes for wicker

• bicker
• dicker
• flicker
• kicker
• liquor
• picker
• quicker
• ricker
• sicker
• slicker
• snicker
• sticker

Kids Definition

wicker

noun

wick·​er ˈwik-ər 

1

: a flexible twig (as of a willow)

2

: wickerwork

wicker adjective