What is scud stud?

Scud Stud is a slang term that originated in the 1980s to describe a young, attractive male military serviceman, particularly in relation to the Gulf War. The term "scud" refers to the SCUD missiles used by Iraq during the conflict, and "stud" refers to a handsome or desirable man.

Scud Stud gained widespread popularity after it was used by American news outlets to describe Richard Engel, a journalist who reported on the Gulf War from Iraq in the early 2000s. The term has since been used to describe any attractive man in military uniform, particularly in the media and popular culture.

The term can be seen as both complimentary and objectifying, as it reduces the individual to their physical appearance and military status. It is important to be mindful of using such terms when discussing individuals, as they can perpetuate stereotypes and reinforce harmful notions of masculinity.