1. a close-fitting covering for the foot and leg, typically knitted from wool, cotton, or nylon
2. a large sock hung up by children on Christmas Eve for Santa Claus to fill with presents

1. to fill or supply a store, refrigerator, or other space with a stock of something

Examples

• She pulled on her wool stockings before putting on her boots.
• The children hung their stockings by the fireplace on Christmas Eve.
• Santa filled each stocking with candy and small toys.
• The store is stocking up on winter coats before the cold season.
• We need to start stocking the pantry with canned goods.
• The librarian is stocking the shelves with new books.
• Her stocking had a run in it from catching on a nail.