n. & v.
--n.
1. (also hose-pipe) a flexible tube conveying water for watering plants etc., putting out fires, etc.
2 a (collect.; as pl.) stockings and socks (esp. in trade use). b hist. breeches (doublet and hose).
--v.tr.
1. (often foll. by down) water or spray or drench with a hose.
2 provide with hose.
Phrases and idioms:
half-hose socks.
Etymology: OE f. Gmc