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Undergarments are hits (5)

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I believe the answer is:

socks

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This clue could be a double definition.

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

'are hits' is the second definition.

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(Other definitions for socks that I've seen before include "Foot garments" , "Are belts" , "Items of hosiery" , "Hits forcefully, garments" , "Disappointment at Xmas" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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