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wiglet

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[wig-lit] / ˈwɪg lɪt /

noun

  1. a small wig, especially one used to supplement the existing hair.


Etymology

Origin of wiglet

First recorded in 1825–35; wig + -let

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One mother went around doing wiglet checks to make sure the wigs were tight enough.

From New York Times Sep. 24, 2021

Then, wiggling her new light brown wiglet, Mrs. Romney let the ladies in on another secret: "It's the first time I haven't been all me."

From Time Magazine Archive

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