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biggin1, biggon [ˈbɪgɪn] n (Clothing & Fashion) a plain close-fitting cap, often tying under the chin, worn in the Middle Ages and by children in the 17th century [from French béguin; see beguine] biggin2 n
Scot a construction, esp a house or cottage [see big2] ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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``Not a doit I,'' answered poor Wamba---``and for hanging up by the feet, my brain has been topsy-turvy, they say, ever since the biggin was bound first round my head; so turning me upside down may peradventure restore it again. |
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