A set of clothes in a style typical of a particular country or historical period, often worn to portray a character in a play, film, or other performance. noun
The actors wore elaborate costumes to accurately depict the Victorian era.
She dressed in a traditional Japanese costume for the cultural festival.
A set of clothes worn by someone to make them look like someone or something else, often for a party or entertainment event. noun
He wore a pirate costume to the Halloween party.
The children were excited to put on their superhero costumes for the school play.
To dress someone in a particular set of clothes, especially for a performance or special occasion. verb
The designer costumed the entire cast for the musical.
She was costumed as a medieval princess for the reenactment.