periwig

noun

peri·wig ˈper-i-ˌwig

: peruke

periwigged

ˈper-i-ˌwigd

adjective

Word History

Etymology

modification of Middle French perruque — more at peruke

First Known Use

1529, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of periwig was in 1529

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“Periwig.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/periwig. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

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periwig

noun

peri·wig ˈper-i-ˌwig

: wig

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