lad

/læd/

NOUN

1. A boy or young man

A male child, adolescent, or young man, often used informally and affectionately to refer to a boy or young male person.

Used to refer to boys, male children, or young males, particularly in informal conversation and familiar social settings.

The old man shared stories from his youth, recalling the adventures he had as a young lad.
The little lad proudly wore his father's hat, mimicking his every move with a big smile.
The neighborhood lad demonstrated his soccer skills, impressing everyone with his agility on the field.

Used to describe young adult males or teenage boys, particularly in informal British and Scottish English.

The young lad confidently introduced himself to everyone at the community gathering.
A cheerful lad helped customers find their way around the bustling market.
The group of lads gathered around the campfire to share stories and memories.

NOUN

An informal and friendly way of addressing or referring to a young man, often expressing familiarity, friendliness, or camaraderie.

Used as a casual form of address when speaking to a young man or male companion, particularly in British and Irish English.

NOUN

A young male employee who works in a stable, typically caring for horses and assisting with their daily maintenance.

Used to describe a young male worker employed at a stable to groom, feed, exercise, and look after horses.

The stable lad arrived early each morning to feed the horses and clean their stalls.
The young stable lad carefully groomed the racehorse before its training session.