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What does zentai mean?
A one-piece elastic bodysuit that covers the wearer head to toe, used in cosplay for unusual skin colors, faceless characters, or as a base layer.
"He wore a blue zentai to cosplay a Blue Man Group member."
Origin
Japanese 全身タイツ (zentai taitsu), 'full-body tights.'
Frequently asked questions
What is a zentai?
It's a skin-tight, one-piece elastic bodysuit that covers the wearer head to toe, used in cosplay for unusual skin colors, faceless characters, or as a base layer.
Where does the word zentai come from?
It's from Japanese 全身タイツ (zentai taitsu), meaning 'full-body tights.'
Why do cosplayers wear zentai?
They use it to portray non-human skin colors, faceless or shadow characters, or as a smooth base under other costume pieces.
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