noun Uncommon

studs

Studs (noun) means Small metal or rubber protrusions on the sole of a shoe or boot to improve grip. Example: “The rugby players wore boots with metal studs for better traction on grass.”

noun

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 notes

In 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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Rhymes for studs

duds suds Spuds

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Frequently asked questions

What does “studs” mean?

The word “studs” means small metal or rubber protrusions on the sole of a shoe or boot to improve grip. In plain terms, the plural of stud, most often used for the grip-enhancing bumps on sports footwear or tyres.

How do you use “studs” in a sentence?

Here is “studs” used in a sentence: “The rugby players wore boots with metal studs for better traction on grass.”

What part of speech is “studs”?

“Studs” is a noun.

Is “studs” a common word?

“Studs” is an uncommon word in modern English.