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to costume
01
to dress in a specific outfit, typically representing a specific character, theme, or period
Intransitive: to costume as a character | to costume in particular outfits
Examples
They decided to costume as superheroes for the costume party, each donning a different character.
02
to create or arrange clothing for different types of performances
Transitive: to costume a performance
Examples
The renowned costume designer was hired to costume the Broadway musical that will debut next spring.
Costume
01
the popular fashion including hairstyle, clothes, etc. particular to a country or class
Examples
The museum exhibit showcased traditional costumes from various regions of the world.
1.1
pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing
Examples
The theater production featured stunning period costumes that transported the audience back in time to the Victorian era.
1.2
clothing characteristic of a particular country, social class, or historical period
Examples
Traditional Bavarian costume includes lederhosen and dirndls.
1.3
clothing that is not characteristic of the present time or setting
Examples
He walked around town in a costume from the 1920s.
02
a garment worn for swimming, typically fitted to the body
Dialect
British
BritishExamples
Lifeguards often remind swimmers to wear appropriate costumes.
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