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body stocking

bod·y stock·ing
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [bod-ee stok-ing]
    • /ˈbɒd i ˈstɒk ɪŋ/
    • /ˈbɒdi ˈstɒk.ɪŋ/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [bod-ee stok-ing]
    • /ˈbɒd i ˈstɒk ɪŋ/

Definitions of body stocking words

  • countable noun body stocking A body stocking is a piece of clothing that covers the whole of someone's body and fits tightly. Body stockings are often worn by dancers. 3
  • noun body stocking a one-piece undergarment for women, usually of nylon, covering the torso 3
  • noun body stocking a tightfitting garment, usually of one piece, that covers the torso and, sometimes, the legs 3
  • noun body stocking a close-fitting, one-piece garment made of knitted or stretch material and usually covering the feet, legs, trunk, and arms, worn as an exercise costume or under other clothing. 1
  • noun body stocking Alternative form of bodystocking. 0
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Origin of body stocking

First appearance:

before 1960
One of the 3% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1960-65

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Parts of speech for Body stocking

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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body stocking popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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Synonyms for body stocking

noun body stocking

  • leotard — a skintight, one-piece garment for the torso, having a high or low neck, long or short sleeves, and a lower portion resembling either briefs or tights, worn by acrobats, dancers, etc.
Just one Synonym for body stocking

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