hosier
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of hosier
First recorded in 1375–1425, hosier is from the late Middle English word hosiare. See hose, -ier 1
Example Sentences
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Hosier stretched the Seahawks’ lead to 13-7 with a 38-yard field goal at the 9:23 mark of the third quarter.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 11, 2021
The scene on Hosier Lane and a neighbouring car park has been taped off and detectives remain on scene.
From The Guardian • Aug. 18, 2019
If you're on your way to work in Melbourne CBD this morning, here's a gift for you in Hosier Lane.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2019
Yelchin was found pinned between his car and a gate in his inclined driveway, Los Angeles police Officer Jenny Hosier told the Associated Press.
From Washington Post • Jun. 19, 2016
In 1726 an expedition was sent to the Spanish West Indies, under Rear-Admiral Hosier, for the purpose of blocking up the galleons or seizing them should they venture out.
From How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves Updated to 1900 by Kingston, William Henry Giles
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