periwig

/ˈpɛɹɪwɪɡ/ · noun

Meaning

A wig, especially any kind of stylised wig as formerly worn by men and women.
To dress with a periwig, or with false hair; to bewig.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

peruke(English)tie periwig(English)bag wig(English)chevelure(English)bagwig(English)perruque(English)postiche(English)peruque(English)plague(English)maker(English)

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Sources

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