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toupee

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Noun — A hairpiece worn by a man to cover a bald spot or thinning hair.

Etymology

Borrowed in the 18th century from French toupet, meaning "small tuft of hair" or forelock.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “toupee” mean?

The word “toupee” means a hairpiece worn by a man to cover a bald spot or thinning hair. In plain terms, a hairpiece, usually for men, worn to hide baldness.

How do you pronounce “toupee”?

“Toupee” is pronounced too-PAY (/tuːˈpeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “toupee” in a sentence?

Here is “toupee” used in a sentence: “A gust of wind blew his toupee clean off.”

What part of speech is “toupee”?

“Toupee” is a noun.

Where does the word “toupee” come from?

The word “toupee” dates back to around 1700 and comes from French. Borrowed in the 18th century from French toupet, meaning "small tuft of hair" or forelock.

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