stocking
Pronunciation: [ˈstɑːkɪŋ]
Word
Context: "clothing"
(noun) a snug piece of clothing that you wear on your legs and feet. Stockings can be made of different materials and are used to keep your legs warm or to look fancy.
Example
She wore a beautiful dress with matching stockings to the party.
Example
He decided not to wear stockings because it was too hot outside.
Example
Do you have any colorful stockings for the winter?
Context: "tradition"
(noun) a special bag or sock that is hung up during the holiday season for gifts. On Christmas morning, people often find small presents in their stockings.
Example
They filled their stockings with candy and toys on Christmas Eve.
Example
Nobody put anything in her stocking this year, and she felt sad.
Example
What did you get in your stocking last Christmas?
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