Hosiery

Hosiery is a generic term for various garments worn on the legs, other than trousers or chaps. Hosiery is generally close-fitting, often skin-tight. See:

• Hold-ups
• Mantyhose
• Leggings
• Meggings
• Socks
• Stockings
• Suspender tights
• Suspender tights - personal experiences
• Tights

It may also mean "knitted or woven underwear" such as long thermal underwear.