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stockings

Pronunciation: [ˈstɑːkɪŋz]

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Learn how to use stockings in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “clothing”

(noun) long pieces of clothing that cover your legs and feet. They are usually made from thin, stretchy material and can come in many styles and colors. People wear stockings under skirts or dresses.

Example

She wore a beautiful dress with black stockings for the party.

Example

He didn't like wearing stockings because they felt tight and uncomfortable.

Example

What color of stockings do you think would look best with that outfit?

Context: “holiday”

(noun) a type of sock that children hang by the fireplace on Christmas Eve for Santa Claus to fill with gifts and treats. They are often decorated and can be quite large.

Example

The children were excited to see what was in their Christmas stockings.

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They were disappointed because their stockings were empty this year.

Example

Did you hang up your stocking this Christmas?

Context: “cooking”

(noun) a type of bag made of thin material used for cooking. For example, you might put herbs or spices in a stocking to flavor a soup without leaving bits behind.

Example

She used a stocking to hold the spices while making her famous soup.

Example

Using a stocking would not work well when you want to add solid ingredients directly to the dish.

Example

Have you ever tried cooking with a stocking for spices?

How to pronounce stockings

Pronunciation: [ˈstɑːkɪŋz]

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