stud

  1. Noun.  A male animal, especially a stud horse (stallion), kept for breeding.
  2. Noun.  A female animal, especially a studmare (broodmare), kept for breeding.
  3. Noun.  An animal (usually livestock) that has been registered and is retained for breeding.
  4. Noun.  Place (e.g. ranch) which keeps such animal(s).
  5. Noun.  (colloquial) A sexually attractive male; also a lover in great demand.
  6. Noun.  A small object that protrudes from something.
  7. Noun.  (context, jewelry) A small round earring.
  8. Noun.  (construction) A vertical post.
  9. Noun.  (poker) A type of poker where an individual cannot throw cards away and some of her cards are exposed (also stud poker).

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