hosiery
Translation
stockings, socks, and tights collectively
Examples
The hosiery department is on the second floor.
The hosiery department is on the second floor.
She bought some new hosiery for the winter.
She bought some new hosiery for the winter.
Grammar Patterns
((hosiery)) stockings, socks, and tights collectively The hosiery department is on the second floor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stockings, tights, socks
Etymology
From Old English 'hosa' (covering for the leg). The suffix '-ery' denotes a class of goods.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'hose' for your legs. The 'hosiery' section in a store sells all types of leg coverings.