hosieries

noun

plural of hosiery
as in hose

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  1. hose
  2. socks
  3. stockings
Noun
  • Use a soaker hose or watering can to direct moisture to the roots without risking wet foliage and fungal diseases.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 July 2026
  • The experts say to use a hose to gently wash the pests off your plants, then follow up with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 21 July 2026
Definition of hose
Noun
  • Dogs eat just about anything — toys, paper, socks, rocks, condoms, underwear, electronics — the list goes on and on.
    — Jane Sykes, Washington Post, 21 July 2026
  • Ankle socks, meanwhile, are optional but highly recommended for nailing the preppy-cool look.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 20 July 2026
Definition of socks
Noun
  • Fishnet tights, lavender thigh-high stockings and Saint Laurent’s metallic leather Danceteria boots carried the palette to the knee.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 19 July 2026
  • Many retailers hold Christmas in July sales, offering steep discounts on everything from artificial trees and wreaths to stockings, lights, and tabletop decorations.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
Definition of stockings
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