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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Baskets and wicker panniers lay piled up in a corner. Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025 The Aby sectional has a durable faux wicker and aluminum frame that can withstand everything from spring showers to winter storms. Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025 For smaller spaces, grab this wicker set that has plush, supportive cushions and a table large enough for drinks and small bites. Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025 Serena and Lily embodies this interior design style at its core with wicker and rattan furniture, beachy blue accents, and pieces for every room in the house and even the patio, that feel wistful yet polished. Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 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 12 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

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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