wigan

¹

[wig-uhn]

noun

1. a stiff, canvaslike fabric for stiffening parts of garments.

Wigan

²

[wig-uhn]

noun

1. borough of Greater Manchester, in W England.

Wigan

/ ˈwɪɡən /

noun

1. an industrial town in NW England, in Wigan unitary authority, Greater Manchester: former coal-mining centre. Pop: 81 203 (2001)

2. a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 303 800 (2003 est). Area: 199 sq km (77 sq miles)

Word History and Origins

Origin of Wigan¹

1870–75; after Wigan, where originally produced

Example Sentences

Despite their commanding performance, it was Wigan - who had won the domestic treble themselves and the World Club Challenge in 2024 - who almost edged in front early on when Bevan French put in a defence-carving run to go in from Liam Marshall's kick, but replays showed he dropped the ball before grounding.

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Hull KR became only the fifth team to win a Super League Grand Final as they put in a stunning performance to beat Wigan Warriors at Old Trafford and complete the treble.

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Only Bradford Bulls, Leeds Rhinos, St Helens and their opponents Wigan had won a Grand Final before this breakthrough moment, in which Hull KR ensured they would add a third trophy to their 2025 locker, having already won the Challenge Cup and League Leaders' Shield.

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Harry Smith touched down to close the gap for Wigan, but Jez Litten spotted a gap to run through and Burgess scored a second try late on to wrap up a first league championship triumph for Hull KR since 1984.

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And Hull KR wasted no time in making their advantage count as Lewis sold a sumptuous dummy to run in with ease right in front of Wigan's supporters at the Stretford End for his 21st try of the season.

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