wicker

Definition

A flexible branch or twig of a plant such as willow, used in weaving baskets and furniture.

Etymology

From Middle English wiker, cognate with Swedish vikker (“willow”), Old Norse veikr (“weak”), English weak.

Example Sentences

• "wicker basket    wicker cradle"
• "Then quick did dress / His half milk up for cheese, and in a press / Of wicker pressed it."

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