English · Arts & Literature
costume
/ˈkɒs.tjuːm/
[/ˈkɒs.tjuːm/]
performance clothing
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A set of clothes worn by an actor or performer to suit a character or period.
Example
The designer created a stunning costume that perfectly captured the elegance of the eighteenth century.
The designer created a stunning costume that perfectly captured the elegance of the eighteenth century.
Etymology
From Italian 'costume' (custom, fashion), from Latin 'consuetudo' (custom).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in theatre, film, festivals, and fancy-dress occasions.