Costumers

/kɒˈstjuːmərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of costumer; multiple people who make, sell, or rent costumes.

Etymology

The plural form of 'costumer', formed with the standard English plural '-s'. The singular traces back to costume-making as a theatrical profession.

Kelly Says

Broadway theaters employ entire teams of costumers who do everything from sewing elaborate ball gowns to aging new fabric to look ancient. A single show might need dozens of costumes, and costumers work months ahead of opening night.

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