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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We were taken by this delightful example of the compact two-door that was parked atop a knoll near the entrance to this year’s show, which combined a dazzling mint green paint job with wicker seating. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026 The frame is made from rustproof aluminum, and the chair’s rattan is hand-woven from synthetic material that looks and feels like wicker. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2026 The fact that the box has a wicker basket pattern on the front and a suggestion to eat with Easy Cheese on the back, only adds to the pure nostalgia. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026 Judge Stone took the bench, carrying a small wicker basket with her. CBS News, 6 Mar. 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 13 Mar. 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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