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Hose Definition & Meaning

hose
noun
  1. socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear)
  2. man's close-fitting garment of the 16th and 17th centuries covering the legs and reaching up to the waist; worn with a doublet
  3. a flexible pipe for conveying a liquid or gas
verb
  1. water with a hose; "hose the lawn"

"Hose" in song lyrics

See how hose is used in real songs:

  • "Like jousting Pompeii with a garden hose"
    Aesop Rock — Bazooka Tooth
  • "Up comes your clothes, I'll pull pull out the rubber hose"
    AMG
  • "When I wreck it get naked, take off your panty hose"
    Big Pokey f/ H.A.W.K., Chris Ward — Hands Up

Usage tips for "hose"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hose" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hose to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does hose mean?
socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear) man's close-fitting garment of the 16th and 17th centuries covering the legs and reaching up to the waist; worn with a doublet a flexible pipe for conveying a liquid or gas water with a hose; "hose the lawn"
What part of speech is hose?
Hose is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does hose have?
Hose has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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