Stocking Definition & Meaning

stocking
noun
  1. close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)
  2. the activity of supplying a stock of something; "he supervised the stocking of the stream with trout"

"Stocking" in song lyrics

See how stocking is used in real songs:

  • "Christmas with a shallow stocking"
    Aesop Rock — The Yes and the Y'all
  • "mentally are my brains coming down the chimeny slipping gifts up in your stocking"
    Blackalicious — Trouble (Eve of Destruction)
  • "I know what it's like to wake up Christmas day to an empty stocking,"
    Black Menace f/ Threat — Hustlin' 4 Nothin'

Usage tips for "stocking"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stocking" 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 stocking to find words that pair well.

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