“Whicker” or “Wicker”—Which to use?

“Whicker” or “Wicker”

Overview

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

whicker: NA

wicker: (noun) slender flexible branches or twigs (especially of willow or some canes); used for wickerwork. (noun) work made of interlaced slender branches (especially willow branches).

Pronunciation

whicker: w·IH·k·er

wicker: w·IH·k·er

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Examples in Context

Examples of “whicker”

Examples of “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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