costume
|cos/tume|
🇺🇸
/ˈkɑː.stuːm/
🇬🇧
/ˈkɒs.tjuːm/
clothing for a purpose
Etymology
'costume' originates from French, specifically the word 'costume', where 'costume' meant 'fashion or custom'.
'costume' changed from the French word 'costume' and eventually became the modern English word 'costume'.
Initially, it meant 'fashion or custom', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a set of clothes for a particular purpose'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a set of clothes in a style typical of a particular country or historical period.
She wore a traditional Japanese costume for the festival.
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Noun 2
a set of clothes worn by an actor or performer for a role.
The actor's costume was designed to reflect the character's personality.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39