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Definition of costuming

costuming

/ˈkɑː.stuː.mɪŋ/
cos · tum · ing
Plural:costumings
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Adjective:costumed
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Past Simple:costumed
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Past Participle:costumed
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Present Participle:costuming
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costuming Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The art, craft, or practice of designing, making, and selecting costumes for theatrical, film, or television productions.

Example

"The historical drama won several awards for its meticulous cinematography and authentic period costuming."

2

Costumes collectively, especially the garments worn by actors or performers in a specific production.

Example

"All of the elaborate costuming had to be packed carefully before the theater company left on tour."

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• verb

1

To dress or outfit someone in a costume, or to design and provide the costumes for a theatrical production or film (present participle of costume).

Example

"She spent the entire summer costuming a cast of over fifty actors for the Shakespeare festival."

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• Nearby Words

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costumey
costumier
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costus
cosumnes
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Costuming. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/costuming
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