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A striking thing to wear? (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

sock

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This could be a double definition.

'a striking thing' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'to wear?' is the second definition.
(sock is a kind of wear)

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for sock that I've seen before include "Woollen footwear" , "Strike, hose" , "impact" , "One worn" , "bash" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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