capillary action

holds liquid by capillary action n

n a convex shape that narrows toward a point n the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone) n a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame n stick of wax with a wick in the middle v diminish gradually v give a point to

any piece of cord that conveys liquid by capillary action n

a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame