ETYM Old Eng. wiker, wikir, osier, probably akin to AS. wîcan to give way. Related to Weak.
1. Slender flexible branches or twigs (especially of willow or some canes); used for wickerwork.
2. Something made of interlaced slender branches (especially willow branches); SYN. wickerwork, caning.

ETYM Old Eng. withe. Related to Withy.
Elastic tool handle to save the hand from shock of blows.
Tough, flexible branch or twig, especially one used for binding.
Partition between chimney flues.
1. Band or rope made of twisted twigs or stems.
2. Strong flexible twig; SYN. withy.

ETYM Old Eng. withe, wipi, AS. wîthig a willow, willow twig; akin to German weide willow.
The osier willow (Salix viminalis).
Willow; withe.