wicky

noun

ˈwikē,
-ki
plural -es
1
chiefly South : any of various low-growing laurels (genus Kalmia)
especially : sheep laurel
2
dialectal, England : rowan tree sense 1

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration (influenced by -y) of quicken entry 2

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“Wicky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wicky. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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