hosiery

/ˈhoʊsɪri/ HOH-si-ree

Definitions

1. noun

clothing, especially stockings or socks, typically made of knitted fabric

“She stocked up on hosiery for the winter months.”

2. noun

stock of hosiery for sale, especially in a shop or store

“The hosiery department was having a huge sale this weekend.”

Synonyms

  • knee-highs
  • silk stockings
  • stockings
  • tights

Antonyms

  • bare
  • exposed
  • uncovered