wick
UK: wɪk | US: wɪk
n. a strip of porous material (e.g., fabric or fiber) that draws up liquid fuel for burning in lamps or candles
n. the part of a candle or lamp that burns when lit
v. (dialectal) to absorb or draw up liquid
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Derived from Old English wēoce ("wick"), likely from Proto-Germanic *weukō ("flax bundle" or "wick"). The word has retained its core meaning of a fibrous material for burning across centuries, reflecting its practical role in lighting. Its compact structure is typical of Germanic root words.
The candle’s wick flickered in the breeze.
Replace the oil lamp’s wick when it becomes charred.
Cotton makes an excellent wick for homemade candles.
She trimmed the wick to prevent excessive smoking.
(Dialect) The cloth wicked the spilled oil efficiently.