full-bottomed
Definition
Adjective: Describing a type of wig that is long at the back, covering the back of the neck and shoulders. This term is most commonly used in historical or formal contexts, especially in reference to the traditional wigs worn by judges, lawyers, or gentlemen in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Usage Examples
- (A wig with long, flowing hair at the back.)
- (A type of wig that extends down the back.)
Advanced Usage
- "Full-bottomed wig" is the standard collocation; the adjective itself is rarely used alone.
- The barrister's full-bottomed wig was a symbol of his seniority in the legal profession. (The wig's length and style indicated his rank.)
Variants and Related Words
- Full-bottomed (adj) is typically used as a compound modifier for "wig". There are no common compound words derived from this term.
Synonyms
- Long wig: a general term for a wig with extended hair.
- He wore a long wig for the costume party. (A wig with long hair, but not necessarily of the specific historical style.)
Related Idioms
- There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs using "full-bottomed". The term is highly specific to wig fashion and legal tradition.