costumer

noun

cos·​tum·​er ˈkä-ˌstü-mər 

-ˌstyü-

also ˈkäs-ˌchü-;

kä-ˈst(y)ü, 

käs-ˈchü-

1

: one that deals in or makes costumes

2

: an upright stand with hooks or pegs on which to hang clothes

Examples of costumer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

One of Mackie’s first high-profile gigs was as the costumer for The Carol Burnett Show, which ran from 1967 to 1978. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026

Bob Mackie, the Emmy- and Tony-winning fashion designer and costumer, has died, according to a statement released on his social media accounts. — Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026

The wardrobe team includes celebrity stylist Jen Rade as lead costumer, Jamar Hart, and Clare Sofer. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026

Jones was a set costumer and Crawford was a housing coordinator for the main cast. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

costumer

noun

cos·​tum·​er ˈkäs-ˌt(y)ü-mər 

: one who makes, sells, or rents costumes