costumer
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Definition
Noun: 1. A person who designs, makes, or supplies costumes: Specifically, someone who provides costumes for theatrical productions, films, masquerades, or other events requiring special attire.
Usage
The word "costumer" refers specifically to the professional who creates or provides the costumes. It is not a synonym for a customer (a person who buys goods or services) or someone who wears a costume.
Examples
- The film's costumer worked for months to design authentic period clothing.
- We need to hire a costumer for the school play to make the knights' armor.
- The masquerade ball organizer contacted a professional costumer to supply masks and gowns.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used within the context of theater, film, television, and live performance industries.
- It can be part of job titles, such as , , or (though "designer" often implies a more creative, leading role).
Variants and Related Words
- Costume Designer (n): A person who designs the concept and look of the costumes, often a specific, senior role held by a costumer.
- Wardrobe Department (n): The collective team, which may include costumers, responsible for costumes in a production.
Synonyms
- Costume designer
- Wardrobe mistress/wardrobe master
Antonyms / Contrasting Terms
- Performer / Actor: The person who wears the costume.
- Customer / Patron: A client who purchases goods or services (a common point of confusion due to similar spelling).
Noun
- someone who designs or supplies costumes (as for a play or masquerade)