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

But now, the ability to digitally create sets, wardrobe, and makeup raises questions about the potential destruction of jobs for costumers, set designers and makeup artists. —Julia Boorstin, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026

No longer confined to a limited number of jobs offered by a handful of networks, a camera assistant or a costumer could do shifts on Mad Men for AMC, The Closer for TNT, Laguna Beach for MTV, or countless others. —Jennifer Silverman, Rolling Stone, 7 Apr. 2026

The Metropolitan Opera responded to Chalamet's comments in an Instagram post, which featured backstage footage of costumers, set designers and musicians preparing for a performance, showcasing the craftsmanship and collaboration behind an opera production. —Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026

Boy Meets World costumer Julie Yang Silver is shedding some light on the frustrating behind-the-scenes conversations that revolved around star Danielle Fishel's weight. —Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Mar. 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