Wig

/wɪg/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A covering for the head made of real or synthetic hair, typically worn to imitate natural hair or as a costume accessory.

She wore a long, curly wig for the costume party.

A hairstyle created by using a wig.

His wig was so realistic that no one could tell it wasn't his real hair.

A periwig; a type of wig traditionally worn by judges or in the legal profession.

The judge entered the courtroom wearing a black wig.

Shortened form of 'periwig', from Middle English 'periwigge'.

wig out

To become extremely excited or emotional.

wiggle

To move with small, rapid movements.

wig on

To talk or gossip about someone.

hair

Threads or fibers that grow from the skin of humans and animals.

toupee

A small hairpiece worn to cover partial baldness.

periwig

A wig worn in the 17th and 18th centuries.

To express excitement or astonishment.

When she won the award, all of her friends were like, 'Wig!'

Used to describe something fabulous or impressive.

That outfit is giving me wig.