Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
christmas-stocking
noun
/ˈkrɪs·məs ˈstɒk.ɪŋ/
Definition
A long sock or similar item hung up on Christmas Eve for Santa Claus to fill with gifts and treats.
Examples
- On Christmas morning, the children eagerly opened their Christmas stockings to see what Santa had brought them.
- My grandma always filled our Christmas stockings with homemade cookies and little toys.
- Hanging the Christmas stockings by the fireplace is a cherished family tradition.
Meaning
The term refers to a decorative item typically filled with small presents and sweets during the Christmas holiday season.
Synonyms
- stocking
- sock
- gift bag
