Buck
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British pronunciation/bʌk/
American pronunciation/bʌk/

Definition & Meaning of "buck"

Buck
01

a male mammal, particularly a deer or an antelope

buck definition and meaning
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The buck emerged from the forest, its antlers gleaming in the sunlight.
Hunters seek out mature bucks during deer season.
Male rabbits, or bucks, can be territorial during mating season.
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He found a buck on the sidewalk and used it to buy a lottery ticket.
The coffee shop raised the price of a cup of coffee by a buck.
She only had ten bucks left in her wallet after paying for groceries.
03

a gymnastic horse without pommels and with one end elongated; used lengthwise for vaulting

04

a framework for holding wood that is being sawed

05

United States author whose novels drew on her experiences as a missionary in China (1892-1973)

to buck
01

(of a horse) to leap or jump with its back arched, typically in an attempt to throw off a rider or in a show of resistance

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The horse bucked wildly, throwing the rider off balance.
As soon as the cowboy mounted the horse, it began to buck.
She tried to stay calm while the horse bucked during the trail ride.
02

to push or work toward achieving success or advancement

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She was willing to buck, using questionable tactics to secure the promotion.
The politician was known to buck, often compromising his values for political gain.
In the race for success, some may choose to buck, sacrificing integrity for quick results.
03

to strongly resist or oppose something

Transitive: to buck a decision or development
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The company 's employees decided to buck the new policy, expressing concerns about its impact.
The community chose to buck the proposed development project, voicing strong opposition.
The team decided to buck the decision, advocating for an alternative approach.
04

(of a vehicle) to move in an unsteady or jerky manner, often due to mechanical issues

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The car began to buck as we drove over the rough road.
The truck bucked and jolted, making the ride uncomfortable.
The bike bucked under him as he sped over the rocky path.
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