stud
nounUK /stʌd/
US /stʌd/
A stud is a small metal button that holds clothes together.
He buttoned his shirt and noticed one stud was missing.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A male animal kept for breeding.
The farmer bought a new stud for his horses.
3. A place where horses are kept for breeding.
She visited the stud to see the foals.
4. A small piece of metal stuck on a surface for decoration or grip.
The boots had metal studs on the bottom.