stocking
/ˈstɑkɪŋ/
UK: /ˈstɒkɪŋ/
stocking
English
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Definition
A soft garment, usually knit or woven, worn on the foot and lower leg under shoes or other footwear.
Etymology
From stock (“cover with material”) + -ing. Corruption of old plural -en, i.e. stocken, now singular.
Example Sentences
- "a pair of stockings"
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