noun
stud
STUD/stʌd/
A male animal kept for breeding.
The healthy stallion stands in the pasture where he is kept as a stud.
Etymology
From a herd of horses, stud came to mean an individual male horse kept for breeding. That breeding sense was then extended to a man regarded as sexually proficient.
In context
calling in for breeding during breeding season it is it's always fun it's always a challenge and they want to know you know what what stud best fits their mare
More examples
- The breeder selects a Labrador stud with a calm temperament.
- This stallion stands at stud on a nearby farm.
- Both studs receive regular veterinary care.
Forms
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