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Costume Change

/ˈkɒs.tjuːm tʃeɪndʒ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The act of changing one's clothing, particularly in a performance or theatrical context.

    "The actor performed a quick costume change between scenes to maintain the flow of the play."
  2. 2

    A specific instance or event where a costume is changed.

    "The costume change during the fashion show was a highlight of the evening."

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The term 'costume' originates from the Latin 'consuetudo', meaning 'custom' or 'habit', evolving through French in the 16th century to denote clothing styles. 'Change' comes from Old French 'changier', meaning 'to exchange or alter', reflecting the act of modifying one's attire.

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