stocking
/ˈstɑkɪŋ/
noun
- A close-fitting covering for the foot and leg, usually made of nylon or cotton, often worn by women.
- The dancer's stockings had a small run in them after the performance.
- He bought a new pair of wool stockings to keep his legs warm in winter.
- She wore a pair of black stockings with her dress for the party.
- A long, sock-shaped bag hung by children on Christmas Eve to be filled with small gifts by Santa Claus.
- Every year, my grandmother knits a new Christmas stocking for each grandchild.
- Her stocking was stuffed with candy, a small toy, and an orange.
- The kids hung their stockings by the fireplace before going to bed on Christmas Eve.
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