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wicker definition

wicker (wik′ər)

noun

  1. a thin, flexible twig; withe
    1. such twigs or long, woody strips woven together, as in making baskets or furniture
    2. wickerwork (sense )

Etymology: ME wiker < Scand, as in Swed dial. viker, Dan dial. vigger, willow, Swed vika, to bend < IE base *weig- > weak

adjective

made of or covered with wicker

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wicker Synonyms

wicker

modif.

straw-plaited, straw-woven, wicker-work, roped, plaited, woven, made of withes, made of osiers.


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wicker Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • weave: Her coffin was a beautiful thing made out of woven wicker, Emer would have approved.

Adjective modifier

  • traditional: Each hamper or gift is presented in either a traditional wicker hamper or smart box.

Modifies a noun

  • basket: These can be placed in wicker baskets or glass bowls.

Noun used with modifier

  • quality: A beautiful gift, stylishly presented in a high quality wicker basket with cloth lining.
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