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Meaning of the word costume in English

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costume

US /ˈkɑː.stuːm/
UK /ˈkɑː.stuːm/
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Noun

1.

a set of clothes worn by an actor or by someone to make them look like a different type of person or thing

Example:
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She wore a beautiful fairy costume for the party.
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The actors were dressed in historical costumes.
Synonym:
outfitattiregarbdressensemble
2.

the style of dress characteristic of a particular country, period, or group

Example:
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The exhibition showcased traditional Japanese costume.
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The film was praised for its authentic period costumes.
Synonym:
attiredressgarbregalia

Verb

1.

to provide with a costume

Example:
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The director decided to costume the entire cast in medieval attire.
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The volunteers helped to costume the children for the school play.
Synonym:
dressattirerobeoutfit
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