noun
Refers to the male sex or a man, often in contrast to 雌 (female). Used in biological, literary, or figurative contexts.
この花には雄と雌がある。
This flower has male and female parts.
彼はまさに男の中の雄だ。
He is truly a man among men.
noun
excellence; greatness; best; leading figure
Denotes outstanding quality or a person of exceptional ability. Often used in compounds like 雄編 (great work) or 雄飛 (great success).
彼は当代の雄と称される。
He is acclaimed as the leading figure of our time.
この作品は彼の雄編の一つだ。
This work is one of his great masterpieces.