Definition

A piece of hair, either real or artificial, that is worn on the head to cover baldness or to enhance a hairstyle.

Example

She wore a hairpiece to make her hair look fuller for the party.

Conversation

I saw a really cool hairpiece at the store yesterday.

Oh really? What did it look like?

It was a long, flowing style that looked so natural.

Sounds amazing! I might need to get one for myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hairpiece → The word is formed from "hair" (from Old English *haer*, meaning the fine strands growing from the skin of humans and animals) and "piece" (from Old French *piece*, meaning a part or fragment). A hairpiece refers to a part of hair that is added to one's own hair for enhancement or coverage.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hair' as the fine strands on your head and 'piece' as a part that you add — a hairpiece is simply a part of hair that you add to your own.

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