hosier

• Marchand qui vend des bas, des chaussettes et autres bonneterie, et en Angleterre également des tricots ou articles en maille.

A tradesman who sells hosiery and, in England, knitwear.

1. Seller of hosiery and knitwearC2formalbritish

   A merchant specializing in selling stockings, socks, and other knitted garments, especially in the United Kingdom.

   Marchand de bonneterie

   • The hosier displayed a fine collection of wool socks.
   • In London, there are still a few traditional hosiers on Savile Row.
   • He ordered custom-made stockings from a local hosier.
   • The hosier also offered cashmere sweaters and cardigans.