stag

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Noun

stagSingular
stagsPlural
1

An adult male deer, especially a red deer.

We saw a magnificent stag in the forest.

2

A man who attends a social event without a partner or date.

He went to the party as a stag because his girlfriend was out of town.

3

A social gathering or party for men only, especially one held for a man about to be married.

We're throwing a stag for Tom next weekend before his wedding.

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Adjective

stagCanonical form
1

Intended for or attended by men only.

They organized a stag dinner for the groom before the wedding.

Verb

1

To attend a social event without a partner or date.

He decided to stag at the wedding since his girlfriend was out of town.