Hairpiece

usgb/ˈhɛrˌpis/
noun

A piece of artificial hair worn to cover baldness or to enhance volume and style.

He wore a hairpiece to cover his thinning hair.
Visual representation of "hairpiece" - A piece of artificial hair worn to cover baldness or to enhance volume and style.

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worn hairpiece, synthetic hairpiece, natural hairpiece

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Contexts

Hairpieces are often used in the context of beauty and fashion.

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Many people feel more confident wearing a hairpiece.
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Appearance

Hairpieces can give a new look and transform one's appearance.

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She changed her look with a colorful hairpiece.
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Cultural Reference

In some cultures, hairpieces signify status or fashion sense.

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In the 1920s, wearing a hairpiece was a popular trend among flappers.
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