Is “Wicking” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
WICKING
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary

Valid in these dictionaries

SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
Valid
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Valid
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Unavailable

Meaning of Wicking

verb
  1. 1.To convey or draw off (liquid) by capillary action.

    The fabric wicks perspiration away from the body.

  2. 2.(of a liquid) To traverse (i.e. be conveyed by capillary action) through a wick or other porous material, as water through a sponge. Usually followed by through.

    The moisture slowly wicked through the wood.

  3. 3.To strike (a stone) obliquely; to strike (a stationary stone) just enough that the played stone changes direction.

noun
  1. 1.The material of which wicks are made, especially a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.

  2. 2.Capillarity, capillary motion, capillary effect