lad

/læd/
noun
  1. A boy or young man.
    • The young lad helped his father carry the groceries.
    • A group of lads were playing soccer in the park.
    • He's a bright lad who always asks thoughtful questions.
  2. A man, especially one who is a friend or companion (often used informally).
    • He's one of the lads from my old neighborhood.
    • The lads on the team always stick together.
    • I'm going out with the lads for a drink after work.
  3. A person who works with or takes care of horses (stable lad).
    • A young lad was hired to muck out the stalls.
    • The lad led the pony to the paddock.
    • The stable lad brushed the horse's mane.
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