Clothes and Fashion - Hosiery

Here you will learn the name of different types of hosiery in English, such as "sock", "leg warmers" and "stockings".

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Clothes and Fashion

tight-fitting legwear that provides support to the legs with compression for improved circulation and reduced fatigue

a type of hosiery made with an open, net-like pattern resembling the texture of fishnets, often worn for fashion or as a form of lingerie or costume accessory

a type of hosiery that covers the foot and lower leg up to the knee

a short, thick, and usually ribbed sock that typically reaches just above the ankle, commonly worn for everyday casual wear or athletic activities

sock [noun]

a soft item of clothing we wear on our feet

Ex: She found a sock under the bed that had been missing for weeks .
stocking [noun]

a tight-fitting women's garment made of nylon or silk, covering the foot and leg, sometimes held up by suspenders

a type of garment worn over the legs and made of thick, warm material to provide warmth during colder weather

a thin legwear for women fitting tight to the hips, legs and feet, worn as an undergarment

Ex: She prefers sheer pantyhose for summer and opaque ones for winter .
anklet [noun]

a short, thin sock that covers only the foot and ankle, similar to a low-cut sock

hose [noun]

tight-fitting garments covering the legs and feet, usually made of nylon, silk, or a similar material

a type of sock designed for athletic activities, typically features a padded sole, a higher ankle cuff, and moisture-wicking properties

a type of long, thin socks made from a synthetic material called nylon

Ex: Nylon stockings became popular in the mid-20th century .

a short sock that covers the foot and reaches just above the ankle, commonly worn for casual or athletic purposes

a thin, formal sock worn with dressy footwear, often made of fine materials and featuring patterns or colors that match formal attire

an ankle-high sock that were popularized in the 1940s and 1950s, often worn with saddle shoes or loafers

a short sock that sits below the ankle and is typically worn with shoes for casual or athletic activities

footy [noun]

a type of sock or slipper that is designed to resemble a football, often used as loungewear or for fun