hosieries

Definition of hosieriesnext
plural of hosiery

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hosieries
Noun
  • Their advice for homeowners and renters this winter is to disconnect hoses outside, let faucets on exterior walls drip, and keep a space heater on areas prone to freezing.
    Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Disconnect hoses from outside faucets and use insulated faucet covers.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Short athletic socks just won’t cut it at a certain temperature; tall, insulating socks are a non-negotiable.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Khai wears adorable animal print pajamas in the snapshot with red polka dot socks and a big pink ribbon in her hair.
    Emma Banks, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • His daughter adorned a sheer body con dress with a high split and polka dot stockings, while his son wore an all black suit.
    Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Colorful striped knit stockings could be seen hanging over the crackling fire.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
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“Hosieries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hosieries. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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