Studs meaning : A male animal, especially a stud horse (stallion), kept for breeding. A female animal, especially a studmare (broodmare), kept for breeding. (also by extension) A group of such animals. An animal (usually livestock) that has been registered and is retained for breeding. A place, such as a ranch, where such animals are kept. A sexually attractive male; also a lover in great demand. A small object that protrudes from something; an ornamental knob. (jewelry) A small round earring. A vertical post, especially one of the small uprights in the framing for lath and plaster partitions, and furring, and upon which the laths are nailed. A stem; a trunk. A type of poker where an individual cannot throw cards away and some of her cards are exposed (also stud poker). A short rod or pin, fixed in and projecting from something, and sometimes forming a journal. A stud bolt. An iron brace across the shorter diameter of the link of a chain cable. A person who studies or learns about a particular subject. A person who is formally enrolled at a school, a college or university, or another educational institution. A pair of shoes or boots which have studs on the bottom to aid grip. Tires/tyres with metal protrusions used for improved traction on snow and ice in winter.