wickable

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English

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Etymology

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From wick +‎ -able.

Adjective

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wickable (not comparable)

  1. Able to wick, or convey by capillary action.
    • 1988, Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports, page 2421:
      The structure consists of porous wicks bonded to the two surfaces and a wickable core which provides liquid coupling between the two surfaces as well as load bearing capability.