wigmaker
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of wigmaker
Example Sentences
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The three‑act farce tells the story of a credulous father whose obsession with astrology leads him to force his young daughter to marry an old wigmaker.
From Barron's ● May 4, 2026
Despite being a wigmaker for eight years, she said it was not an easy task as she "felt exhausted" during the process.
From BBC ● Nov. 15, 2023
Both Morgan and Byrne immediately thought of wigmaker Martial Corneville.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2020
Every wigmaker has their own process and the way that they make a pattern.
From Slate ● May 6, 2020
"Aweel," said Miss Damahoy, "he might keep mair wit in his anger—but it's a' the better for his wigmaker, I'se warrant."
From The Heart of Mid-Lothian, Volume 1 by Sir Walter Scott
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