Look up: wicking

1. wicking
   Absorption of liquid by capillary action along the fibres of the base metal. For an alternative use, see solder wicking.
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2. wicking
   the transmission of a combustion fluid through or over a particulate or fibrous material by capillary action, thereby promoting igniting and/or combustion; -IEC Category: Management in the public and private sector • capillary act of air escapement from casing through use of wick or cord...
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3. Wicking
   moisture movement by capillary action. It usually refers to technical fabrics that move sweat away from the skin to the outer surface of the fabric, where it evaporates. Learn how to choose fitness clothing.
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4. Wicking
   Wick'ing noun the material of which wicks are made; esp., a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.
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5. Wicking
   • (n.) the material of which wicks are made; esp., a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.
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6. wicking
   A quality of a fabric in which it pulls moisture and sweat away from the skin and dispersing it throughout a material. Wicking is a critical attribute in high-performance base layers.
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7. Wicking
   the vertical absorption of a liquid into a porous material by capillary forces.
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8. Wicking
   The ability of a fiber to move moisture from your skin to the surface of the fabric so that it can evaporate and keep you more comfortable
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