n. An artificial covering of natural or synthetic hair worn on the head for personal adornment, as part of a costume, or to conceal baldness. tr.v. wigged, wig·ging, wigs Phrasal Verb: To scold or censure. wig out Slang To make or become wildly excited, enthusiastic, or crazy. [Short for PERIWIG.] |
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