costume — a set of clothes worn to make someone look like someone or something else, especially for a party or as part of an entertainment
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a set of clothes worn to make someone look like someone or something else, especially for a party or as part of an entertainment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːstuːm/
Korean meaning: 의상, 복장 (특히 연극이나 파티용)
Korean pronunciation: **카**스튬
Example Sentences
- My dog's superhero costume was the hit of the pet parade!
- The costume designer spent months creating authentic medieval outfits.
- He showed up to the costume party in his pajamas and called it his 'sleepy superhero' outfit.
costume
NOUN//ˈkɑːstuːm//
a set of clothes worn to make someone look like someone or something else, especially for a party or as part of an entertainment
Kids parade down the street in colorful Halloween costumes, laughing and showing off.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
18세기 프랑스어 'costume'에서 유래되었으며, 이는 이탈리아어 'costume'(관습, 습관)에서 왔습니다. 원래는 '특정 지역의 관습적인 복장'이라는 의미였는데, 시간이 지나면서 '연극이나 파티용 의상'의 의미도 갖게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“My dog's superhero costume was the hit of the pet parade!”
“The costume designer spent months creating authentic medieval outfits.”
“He showed up to the costume party in his pajamas and called it his 'sleepy superhero' outfit.”
“The museum's collection includes costumes from various cultures around the world.”
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