Stag/stæɡ/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Animal Gender Use 'stag' only for male deer, similar to 'bull' for cattle or 'rooster' for chickens. The majestic stag stood watching over the does. Pro Tip 2/3Hunting Context The term 'stag' is common in hunting and wildlife contexts, denoting the male target or subject. Hunters often prize a stag for its antlers. Pro Tip 3/3Metaphoric Use 'Stag' is sometimes used metaphorically to describe someone strong or independent. He stood like a stag, alone but unafraid.