slang
as in wig
a headpiece made of natural or synthetic hair usually worn to cover a bald area get a load of that bald guy's rug—who does he think he's fooling?

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Recent Examples of rug Shop ottomans, area rugs, and even tabletop fireplaces up to 68 percent off. Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025 Relax in style on your brand-new sectional or chairs and update your vibe with oriental rugs or more modern rug options. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025 Some women thanked her for talking openly about a topic often swept under the rug. Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 The weekends-only market quickly established a loyal following: those who love hunting through the racks of vintage garments, perusing the Turkish rugs, delighting in quirky art finds, or haggling over a Mid-Century coffee table. Jenny Adams, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rug

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“Rug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rug. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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