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periwig

/ˈpɛrɪwɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does periwig mean?

noun

A wig, especially one worn by a man, typically made of horsehair or synthetic fibers, often worn for theatrical or historical purposes.

Example

"The actor donned a periwig to complete his 18th-century costume."

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