Synonyms for

Wicks

Verb / wɪks / Another word for wicks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

thin, twisted thread or cord used as a wick, especially in a candle.

Synonyms & similar words

wick taper cord string thread fuse twine strand rope cotton raffia flax jute sisal hemp wool yarn candlewick wicking tow

Example sentences

  1. She lit the candle's wick with a match.
  2. The wick burned down quickly.
  3. The candle had a long wick.
  4. The wick was too short to light.
  5. The wick was made of cotton.

Quotes

  • Let your heart be like a wick that, first, feels the spark igniting it and then, out of the blue, becomes the flame.
  • The spirit of the individual is determined by his dominating thought habits.
  • A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.

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