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Definition of wigan

wigan

/ˈwɪɡ.ən/
Wi · gan
Plural:wigans
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• noun

1

British A large town in Greater Manchester, England, situated along the River Douglas, historically known for its coal-mining industry, textile manufacturing, and its famous pier.

2

A stiff, plain-weave cotton canvas fabric traditionally used as interfacing and stiffening in tailoring and dressmaking.

Example

"The tailor applied a layer of wigan to the hem of the coat to ensure it maintained a crisp, structured drape."

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• Nearby Words

wifey
wifi
wig
wigan
wigeon
wiggle
wiggler

Word Origin & Etymology

The fabric takes its name from Wigan, a large town in Greater Manchester, England, which was historically a major center for textile manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution. The town's name itself likely derives from a Celtic personal name or settlement term.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wigan. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wigan
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