Definition

A small hairpiece that is worn to add volume or length to a hairstyle.

Example

She wore a wiglet to give her hair a fuller look for the party.

Conversation

Have you seen that new wiglet that Sarah is wearing?

Yes, it looks so cute and adds a lot of volume to her hair!

I was thinking of getting a wiglet to change up my style a bit.

That sounds like a fun idea! You should definitely try it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'wiglet' is derived from 'wig' (from Old English 'wigg', meaning a hairpiece or false hair) and the diminutive suffix '-let' (meaning small or little). Therefore, 'wiglet' refers to a small wig or a smaller version of a wig.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'wig' as a hairpiece and the '-let' as indicating something small. So, a wiglet is simply a small hairpiece.

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