Meaning of the word stag in English

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stag

US /stæɡ/

UK /stæɡ/

a male deer, especially a large one

Example:

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We saw a magnificent stag in the forest.

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The hunter aimed at the large stag.

Synonym:

buck hart

a social event for men only, especially one held for a man about to be married

Example:

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He's having his stag party next weekend.

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The boys are planning a stag night for John.

Synonym:

bachelor party stag night stag do

for men only

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It was a stag dinner, so no women were invited.

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The club hosts a monthly stag event.

to attend a social event without a partner or date

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He decided to stag the wedding, as his girlfriend couldn't make it.

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Are you going to stag the dance?

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