Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
period-costume
Noun
/ˈpɪəriəd ˈkɒstjuːm/
Definition
A type of clothing that is representative of a specific historical period or era.
Examples
- The actors wore period-costumes to accurately portray characters from the Victorian era.
- For the school’s history day, students were encouraged to wear period-costumes reflecting their favorite historical figures.
- The film’s authenticity was enhanced by the detailed period-costumes used throughout the production.
Meaning
Costumes designed to reflect the styles and fashions of particular times in history.
Synonyms
- historic attire
- historical clothing
- era-themed costume