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support hose

pl.n.

Elasticized stockings designed to reduce stress on the blood vessels in the legs, as for people with varicose veins. Also called support stockings.

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Noun

support hose - elasticized stocking intended to reduce pressure on the veins of the leg (as in case of varicose veins)

support stocking

stocking - close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)

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