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    Disfraz (en. Costume)

    /disˈfɾas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of garments used for dressing up.
    The children wore costumes to the Halloween party.
    Los niños llevaron disfraces a la fiesta de Halloween.
    A mask or element that conceals the face.
    She wore a poison disguise for the play.
    Ella usó un disfraz de veneno para la obra de teatro.
    Clothing that represents a character at an event or show.
    The actor arrived in a superhero costume.
    El actor llegó con un disfraz de superhéroe.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'disfractus', meaning broken or worn out.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    formal costume
    A special and elaborate outfit used on formal occasions.
    disfraz de gala
    to dress up as
    To adopt a specific disguise for an event or party.
    disfrazarse en
    carnival costume
    Clothing worn during the celebration of Carnival.
    disfraz de carnaval

    Related Words

    mask
    An item that covers the face, often used in disguises.
    máscara
    carnival
    A popular festival where costumes are an important part of the celebration.
    carnaval
    halloween
    A celebration where it is common to wear costumes and ask for candy.
    halloween

    Slang Meanings

    last-minute disguise
    I had to make a last-minute disguise because I forgot mine at home.
    Tuve que hacer un disfraz de última hora porque olvidé el mío en casa.
    amazing costume
    That amazing costume you're wearing is impressive.
    Ese disfrazazo que llevas es impresionante.