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cosplay
This term blends costume and roleplay, emphasizing a commitment to accuracy and craftsmanship that exceeds simple dressing up. It carries a strong connotation of fandom and community, often associated with specific subcultures like anime, manga, and gaming. While a costume is a static garment, cosplay implies an active performance or embodiment of the character's persona.
As a noun, the word functions as an uncountable mass noun when referring to the hobby or practice in general. It does not typically take a plural form to describe the activity itself, though individuals may refer to specific costumes as cosplays in casual, non-standard jargon.
Meanings
Examples
I want to try cosplay for the first time at the summer convention.
Who are you going to cosplay as for the party next week?
She spent three months sewing her gown to cosplay the elven queen.
I wonder if my wig looks natural enough for this cosplay.
He decided to cosplay his favorite villain from the comic series.
The hall was filled with people who cosplay various game characters.
Let us go and take some photos of the professional cosplay over there.
I cannot believe how much detail went into this armor cosplay.