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How to pronounce “wicking”

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Pronunciation guide for wicking

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of wicking with real speech in context.
Available examples: 2 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Andrea Berchowitz: The link between menopause and gender inequity at workmaking it more breathable or even sweat-wicking
Definition summary: present participle and gerund of wick

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Andrea Berchowitz: The link between menopause and gender inequity at work

making it more breathable or even sweat-wicking

[Verb]
present participle and gerund of wick
[Noun]
The material of which wicks are made, especially a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton.
(physics) Capillarity, capillary effect, capillary motion.

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