silk-stocking

silk-stock·ing

(sĭlk′stŏk′ĭng)

adj.

Wealthy; aristocratic: a silk-stocking district; silk-stocking prep schools.

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silk′-stock′ing

adj.

1. aristocratic or wealthy: a silk-stocking district.

2. rich or luxurious in dress.

3. an aristocratic or wealthy person.

4. a person who dresses richly or luxuriously.

[1790–1800, Amer.]

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