stag

/stæɡ/
noun
  1. An adult male deer, especially one with large antlers.
    • We saw a stag with twelve points on its antlers during our hike.
    • A majestic stag stood at the edge of the forest.
    • The stag lifted its head and sniffed the air before running away.
  2. A social event for men only, especially a party before a wedding.
    • They went to Las Vegas for a weekend stag celebration.
    • His friends threw him a stag party the night before the wedding.
    • The stag was full of games, food, and good conversation.
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verb
  1. To attend a social event without a partner or date.
    • Many people stag weddings and still have a great time.
    • She didn't want to stag the dance, so she brought a friend.
    • Since his girlfriend was sick, he decided to stag the party alone.
adjective
  1. For or involving only men.
    • It was a stag event, so no women were invited.
    • The club held a stag dinner for its male members.
    • He bought tickets for the stag performance at the theater.