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pantyhose

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpæntiˌhoʊz// UK //pˈɑːntɪhˌəʊz// panty·hose

n. a single piece of clothing that covers your legs and feet. It is usually made of thin, stretchy fabric and worn under skirts or dresses.

n. a single garment that covers the legs and feet, typically made of nylon or similar synthetic fibers. Often used in formal or professional contexts to maintain a polished appearance.


SIMPLE

She wears pantyhose with her business suit.

CONTEXTUAL

The office dress code requires women to wear pantyhose to maintain a professional appearance.

COMPLEX

While pantyhose were once a staple of the corporate wardrobe, their popularity has declined in favor of more breathable, less restrictive alternatives.

Origin

From panty + hose.

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