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“Whicker” or “Wicker”

whicker / wicker are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

Definitions

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whicker w·IH·k·er

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

wicker w·IH·k·er

  • nounslender flexible branches or twigs (especially of willow or some canes); used for wickerwork.
  • nounwork made of interlaced slender branches (especially willow branches).
Usage

Examples in context

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“whicker”

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“wicker”

  • may have been enclosed in wicker or wattled manner to keep
  • Frank Wicker, Secretary of the Hertford British
  • studied art with John P. Wicker and became successful as a
  • Senator Roger Wicker stood for election as well
  • hillsides), topped with stakes or wicker barriers.
  • ), in braided wicker in the form of a
  • Wicker defeated Musgrove by almost 10
  • Chèvre, ceramic pottery shards, wicker basket, palm leaf, metal bits
  • The Wicker Man (2006)
  • coming with or without accessories, wicker baskets covered in waterproof canvas

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