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Definition of wick:

(n) : something that transports liquid by capillary action, usually a woven string, cord, or strap; the porous cord that delivers liquid fuel to the base of the flame for conversion to gases for burning
"trim the wick fairly short, so that the flame does not smoke."
(adj) : lively, mischievous or wicked
(v) : to transmit liquid by capillary action
"the fabric wicks perspiration away from the body."
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Definition of wick:

(n) : something that transports liquid by capillary action, usually a woven string, cord, or strap; the porous cord that delivers liquid fuel to the base of the flame for conversion to gases for burning
"trim the wick fairly short, so that the flame does not smoke."
(adj) : lively, mischievous or wicked
(v) : to transmit liquid by capillary action
"the fabric wicks perspiration away from the body."
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