fishnet

American

[fish-net] / ˈfɪʃˌnɛt /

noun

a net for catching fish.
a fabric having an open mesh resembling a fishnet.

adjective

being of an open-mesh weave.

fishnet stockings.

fishnet British

/ ˈfɪʃˌnɛt /

noun

a net for catching fish
1. an open mesh fabric resembling netting
2. ( as modifier )
  
  fishnet tights

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Etymology

Origin of fishnet

before 1000; Middle English; Old English fiscnett. See fish, net ¹

Example Sentences

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Dressed in a stunning wash of brightly colored patterns with a thick string of peals, large hoop earrings and white fishnet stockings, Von Furstenberg radiates an effortless glamour.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2024

The dominant pattern on the keffiyeh is its fishnet design.

From Salon • May 1, 2024

Another host, Clara Amfo, wore emerald green with fishnet tights and platform shoes.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2024

This Pride, rock those space buns and fluorescent fishnet tights.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

But the fishnet was strong and well woven, and since the monkeys were too greedy to let go of the rice, Minli and the dragon entered the peach grove and continued through the forest.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin

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