noun
studs
noun
1
Small metal or rubber protrusions on the sole of a shoe or boot to improve grip.
"The rugby players wore boots with metal studs for better traction on grass."
How to Use Studs
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe plural of stud, most often used for the grip-enhancing bumps on sports footwear or tyres.
Common pairings
football studs
snow studs
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The rugby players wore boots with metal _____ for better traction on grass.