stockings

plural of stocking
as in socks
a close-fitting covering for the foot and leg thick wool stockings designed to be worn with hiking boots

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  • One of Sanders’ pregame rituals was laying his uniform on the floor, from his neckband to his socks.
    Dan Pompei, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
  • For me, buying lip gloss is a bit like buying a new toothbrush or pair of socks.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Stockings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stockings. Accessed 7 May. 2025.

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