B2nounfashionarts
US/ˈkɑː.stuːm/
UK/ˈkɒs.tjuːm/
clothes worn to look like someone else in a show or at a party, or traditional clothes of a place
In context
The costumes in the historical drama took over a year to make.
The kids dressed up in animal costumes for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Dancers wore traditional costume from the northern mountains.
Words that go with costume
adjective + noun
- traditional costumeVisitors can rent traditional costume for photos at the palace.
noun + noun
- costume designerThe film won an award for its costume designer.
- period costumeThe museum guides wear period costume.
noun + preposition
- in costumeThe actors stayed in costume between scenes.
verb + noun
- wear a costumeEveryone has to wear a costume to the Halloween party.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She wore a beautiful costume to the office.Correct: She wore a beautiful outfit to the office.