stocking stuffer
noun
US
: a small gift suitable for placing in a Christmas stocking
Another nice stocking stuffer: an uncirculated silver Eagle dollar. You have to buy these from coin dealers.—
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Small toys make great stocking stuffers.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 19 Nov. 2025
Bass Pro Shops Johnny Morris Signature Steak Strips This is the perfect stocking stuffer.
—Ally Jaksen, Outside, 17 Nov. 2025
For Bluey fans, this two-pack includes an 8-inch Bluey and Bingo, making this a great sibling stocking stuffer, while a 4-inch Spidey action figure brings the character to life.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 14 Nov. 2025
And, for less expensive stocking stuffer ideas, consider adding The Crème Shop How Do Eye Look?
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 10 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stocking stuffer
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“Stocking stuffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stocking%20stuffer. Accessed 26 Nov. 2025.
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