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The Meaning of stag

  • (n.) The adult male of the red deer (Cervus elaphus), a large European species closely related to the American elk, or wapiti.
  • (n.) The male of certain other species of large deer.
  • (n.) A colt, or filly; also, a romping girl.
  • (n.) A castrated bull; -- called also bull stag, and bull seg. See the Note under Ox.
  • (n.) An outside irregular dealer in stocks, who is not a member of the exchange.
  • (n.) One who applies for the allotment of shares in new projects, with a view to sell immediately at a premium, and not to hold the stock.
  • (n.) The European wren.
  • (v. i.) To act as a \"stag\", or irregular dealer in stocks.
  • (v. t.) To watch; to dog, or keep track of.

Homophones

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Rhymes

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