wicking

Speech parts

1. wicking - Noun

2. wicking - Verb

the material of which wicks are made; esp., a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.

Source: Webster's dictionary

norseman drain drained draining capillary wick roving tuft drainage imbibition capillarity imbibing candlewick forelock soakage

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Concave or wicking tips with a chisel face with a concave well in the flat face to hold a small amount of solder are available. Source: Internet

As the pen moves across the paper surface, capillary wicking draws the ink from the foam, down the rod, and onto the paper. Source: Internet

I have tried numerous ways to apply moisturizer or cream with SPF but cannot prevent the wicking toward eye area. Source: Internet

Lightweight, soft fabric, decent moisture wicking. Source: Internet

Moisture wicking sweatband and ventilation aid in cooling. Source: Internet

Short-sleeve, crew neck, Oxford color 50/50 cotton/polyester with moisture wicking. Source: Internet