wick
/wÉŠk/
B1 · Intermediateâ
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Simple Meaning
the string in a candle that burns to give light.
When to Use
ðŽDaily ConversationâïļTechnical
Intermediate â can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
âThe candle won't light because the wick is too short.â
âYou should trim the wick before lighting it to avoid too much smoke.â
Learning Path
âķFull Definition
A bundle, twist, braid, or woven strip of cord, fabric, fibre/fiber, or other porous material in a candle, oil lamp, kerosene heater, or the like, that draws up liquid fuel, such as melted tallow, wax, or the oil, delivering it to the base of the flame for conversion to gases and burning; any other length of material burned for illumination in small successive portions.
âTrim the wick fairly short, so that the flame does not smoke.â
Related Words
Synonyms:
stringfuse
Word Family:
wickedwickingwickless