hairpiece

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a covering or bunch of human or artificial hair used for disguise or adornment

Etymology

From hair + piece.

In classic literature

Synonyms

false hair, postiche

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
attire
Narrower (hyponyms)
switch, toupee, afro-wig, wig

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