The wheeling of electric power in amounts and at prices that generally have been negotiated in longterm contracts between the generator and a distributor or very large consumer of power.
Whorled
Leaf form, where three or more leaves radiate from a single node.
Wick
A length of fibre or cloth that feeds liquid from a reservoir to a drier end.
Wicket
Small opening such as a door within another door or window, which is usually covered by a grating.
Wicking
The drawing of moisture into wood through the cells by capillary action in the direction of the grain. When wood is placed in direct contact with the ground, water is drawn in and decay can occur.
Wide jaw diagonal pliers
Wide jaw diagonal pliers are used where larger gauge copper wire cutting is required in electrical applications. Available in bent jaw for finish cutting.
Wide-flange beam
Steel structural beam with wide side sections.
Widespread
A style of bathroom lavatory faucet having separate spout and handles, usually 8" from center of handle to handle.
Widow's walk
A small, railed observation platform atop a house. Once used to scout for seamen, such walks are usually square, done in elaborately-worked wrought iron or wood.
