Runs in stockings (7)

I believe the answer is:

ladders

(Other definitions for ladders that I've seen before include "Stocking snags" , "lots of steps" , "Runs in hosiery" , "Climbing aids" , "Climbing devices" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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