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

While the wicker base is a nice nod to traditional patio furniture, the breezy silhouette manifests a more modern look. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 June 2026

Pair it with sneakers or sandals and add a wicker bag for an extra summery touch. — Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 26 June 2026

One was decked out in a plaid wool kilt while the other sported a wicker hat and tank top. — Medara Udoekong, Christian Science Monitor, 26 June 2026

Luckily, dozens of wicker outdoor furniture pieces are on sale during Amazon Prime Day, including wicker furniture sets, side tables, sectionals, porch swings, and more. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

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