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coser

What does coser mean?

A cosplayer; a clipped form used casually within the community, especially online.

"A bunch of local cosers organized a group shoot at the park."

Origin

Clipping of 'cosplayer,' common in East Asian fan communities and imported to English.

Frequently asked questions

What does coser mean?
'Coser' is a casual short form of 'cosplayer' — someone who dresses up as a character from a fandom.
Where did the term coser come from?
It's a clipping of 'cosplayer' that's especially common in East Asian fan communities and has been imported into English online use.
Is coser the same as cosplayer?
Yes, they refer to the same thing; 'coser' is just the shorter, more informal term.
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