stud
Pronunciation: [stʌd]
Context: "animal breeding"
(noun) a male animal that is used for breeding. For example, a horse that has babies is called a stud. People choose strong and healthy stud animals so that the babies will also be strong.
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The farmer has a prized stud horse that wins many races.
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That horse is not a stud; it has never had any babies.
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What makes a horse a good stud for breeding?
Context: "construction"
(noun) a vertical post in a wall that helps to hold it up. You can think of a stud as a strong stick inside the wall that keeps the house stable.
Example
The builders installed a new stud in the wall to make it stronger.
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There wasn't a stud behind the drywall to support the shelf.
Example
How many studs are needed to secure this frame?
Context: "slang"
(noun) a term used to describe a handsome or confident man, often someone who is attractive and successful. It’s like saying someone is cool or impressive because of how they look or act.
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Everyone thinks he is a stud because he plays sports and looks great.
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He may not be a stud, but he's very nice and kind.
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Do you think he will become a stud in the future?
Context: "social interaction"
(verb) to adorn with decorative items, often referring to jewelry. For example, putting on earrings or other shiny bits of jewelry can mean you are studding your look.
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She decided to stud her jacket with sparkling pins for the party.
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He didn't stud his outfit at all for the casual meeting.
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Are you going to stud your backpack with patches?