wig
wig Lexical Profile
wig Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A covering for the head made of real or artificial hair, typically worn to conceal baldness, as part of a costume, or for fashion.
"The actor wore a heavy, powdered wig to accurately portray an 18th-century aristocrat."
British An informal term for a senior member of the legal profession, such as a judge or barrister, who traditionally wears a horsehair wig in court.
"The big wigs of the legal profession gathered to discuss the new reforms."
• verb
North American To act erratically, lose one's mind, panic, or become wildly excited (usually followed by 'out').
"She completely wigged out when she discovered she had won the lottery."
To provide with a wig, or to put a wig on someone.
"The makeup department carefully powdered and wigged the entire cast before the dress rehearsal."
• Rhymes for wig
Word Origin & Etymology
Shortened in the late 17th century from 'periwig', which is an English alteration of the French word 'perruque'.
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