In the late 1700's it was common practice for men to wear wigs. The bigger the wig, the more expensive they were, thus; the term big wigs refer to those who had a lot of money and power.
Yes it does. It has a short i sound as in wit and big. Wig also rhymes with dig, jig, pig, and twig.
wig, hip, sip, dipp
The term "hench" is a slang term that originated in Britain and is used to describe someone who is physically strong or muscular. It is believed to have come from the word "henchman" which historically referred to a loyal, trusted follower or supporter of a powerful figure, often a criminal or strongman. Over time, "hench" evolved to emphasis physical strength rather than loyalty.
No. The word has a short I sound to rhyme with big and wig.
The word sought may be the transposition "wing" (of a plane, bird, or building).The word wig is a hairpiece.
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From the 1700's when important people in England wore wigs and the bigger the wig the more important you were
as big as a mig in tig
Periwig or peruke is the term for the horsehair wig.
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A person who has an important and powerful position. From the 18th century when distinguished men wore big wigs.
wig,fig,pig
Fig wig!
There are several words that rhyme with "pig," such as big, wig, jigg, and dig.
it means stalwart
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