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boothose

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An item of clothing worn over the stockings, in fashion in the 17th century.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical, plural, plural-only

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2

noun

Meaning 2

protective stockings worn with or in place of boots

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: stocking

History

Etymology

From boot + hose.