Almost all horses have leg markings of some sort, from a tiny spot of white to whole white legs. Here are the general definitions of each marking, which are a bit more definitive than markings on the face because they are based on leg anatomy.
CoronetThe least amount of white that can be found on a leg, the coronet is displayed around the coronet band and is usually a small spot or blob.
PasternPicking up where the coronet marking leaves off, pastern markings extend more than an inch above the coronet and end around the pastern joint.
FetlockLike the pastern, the fetlock begins where it leaves off. The white will extend up over the fetlock joint and on to the cannon area.
Sock or High WhiteA sock marking is perhaps the most common and begins where the fetlock leaves off. The white will extend up the cannon area to the knee/hock.
StockingsStockings are the largest white leg marking and perhaps the most flashy. They always extend above the knee of hock and can extend into the body.
Chest ShieldA chest shield is a pinto marking that covers the chest surrounded by white, resembling a protective shield or armor on the chest.
Black SocksSome animals will have no white leg markings at all. Some bay or seal animals will have black leg markings of almost all types, except stocking.
Ermine SpotsStockings are the largest white leg marking and perhaps the most flashy. They always extend above the knee of hock and can extend into the body.