— wigless , adj. — wiglike , adj.
/wig/ , n. , v. , wigged, wigging .
n.
1. an artificial covering of hair for all or most of the head, of either synthetic or natural hair, worn to be stylish or more attractive.
2. a similar head covering, worn in one's official capacity, as part of a costume, disguise, etc.
3. a toupee or hairpiece.
4. Brit. Informal. a wigging.
5. flip one's wig , Slang. See lid (def. 8).
v.t.
6. to furnish with a wig.
7. Brit. Informal. to reprimand or reprove severely; scold.
8. wig out , Slang.
a. to be intoxicated with narcotic drugs.
b. to make or become wildly excited or enthusiastic: She wigs out over every rock star that comes along.
[ 1665-75; short for PERIWIG ]