Phrase guide

stocking stuffer

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

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noun

Meaning 1

A small, relatively inexpensive Christmas present suitable for placing in a child's stocking, which was traditionally hung by a fireplace on Christmas Eve in anticipation that Santa Claus would fill it with gifts.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: stocking filler

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a small Christmas present included in the Christmas stocking

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: stocking filler

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: Christmas present, Christmas gift

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