Word: STUDS
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Definition of STUDS
- A male animal, especially a stud horse (stallion), kept for breeding.
- A female animal, especially a studmare (broodmare), kept for breeding.
- (also by extension) A group of such animals.
- A small object that protrudes from something; an ornamental knob.
"a collar with studs"
- (jewelry) A small round earring.
"She's wearing studs in her ears."
- A vertical post, especially one of the small uprights in the framing for lath and plaster partitions, and furring, and upon which the laths are nailed.
- A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.
"He is a student of life."
- A person who is formally enrolled at a school, a college or university, or another educational institution.
- A pair of shoes or boots which have studs on the bottom to aid grip.
"He wore his studs to play soccer."
- Tires/tyres with metal protrusions used for improved traction on snow and ice in winter.
"Many US states have outlawed studs due to the damage they cause to paved roads."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "studs" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "studs" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STUDS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STUDS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STUDS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STUDS:
- # the studs effect
- # master of studs
- # playing with studs
- # in terms of studs
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