cosplay
[/ˈkɒzpleɪ/ (English) or /ˈkɔsˈplɛj/ (Portuguese)]
noun, verbmasculinepl: cosplays
cosplay
1. The practice of dressing up as a character from a movie, book, video game, or other fictional source, often at conventions or events
She wore an incredible cosplay of Wonder Woman at Comic-Con.
Ela usava um cosplay incrível da Mulher Maravilha na Comic-Con.
2. To dress up and roleplay as a fictional character
He loves to cosplay as Spider-Man at anime conventions.
Ele adora fazer cosplay do Homem-Aranha em convenções de anime.
3. The costume or outfit worn when participating in this activity
Her cosplay was so detailed that she won first place in the competition.
Seu cosplay era tão detalhado que ela ganhou o primeiro lugar na competição.
Cosplay originated in Japan but has become a global phenomenon. In Brazil, it is deeply embedded in anime and gaming fan culture, particularly popular at events like Japan Expo and Comic-Con Brasil. The term is not translated into Portuguese but used as a loanword, reflecting how integral anime and Japanese pop culture are to Brazilian fandom. In the USA, cosplay is mainstream entertainment, visible at major conventions and even in mainstream media coverage.
NYC Slang
cos (informal abbreviation used by enthusiasts)
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