stud >> stʌd
Definition: [noun] a large-headed piece of metal that pierces and projects from a surface, especially for decoration.
Definition: [noun] an upright timber in the wall of a building to which laths and plasterboard are nailed.
Example: lath and plaster on timber studs
Definition: [noun] a rivet or crosspiece in each link of a chain cable.
Definition: [verb] decorate or augment (something) with many studs or similar small objects.
Example: a dagger studded with precious diamonds