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

In one space, costumes can be custom printed and cut using high-tech printers, while another space houses a room full of sewing machines where costumers spend 80 hours crafting an intricate fur-pattern cape with fringes and sequins. —Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026

That was such an interesting conversation to have with Rudy our costumer, who was incredible, and figuring out what clothing Carolyn was wearing before she was heavily photographed. —Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 12 Feb. 2026

The costumer was upset that even a stitch might not have the authentic Bessette Kennedy look, until he was informed that the proper purse had arrived just in time. —Daniel D'addario, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026

Since a single figure can take years to bring to life, the studio carefully selects a perfect group of individuals — a mixture of concept artists, sculptors, painters, costumers and fabric artists, project managers, and development leads — who are specifically hyped about that particular character. —Robert Lang, Deadline, 23 Jan. 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