Arm Candy Definition

noun
An attractive person who accompanies another to public gatherings but is not romantically involved with that person.
American Heritage
A very attractive person who accompanies someone, usually of the opposite sex, at a social gathering.
Webster's New World

(idiomatic) An attractive, seemingly romantic companion who accompanies a person in public simply so that one or both of the individuals can gain attention, enhance social status, or create an impression of sexual appeal.

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Origin of Arm Candy

  • Attested US 1992. Presumably derived from eye candy (attested 1984).

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Arm Candy Sentence Examples

  • Robert Pattinson, Ms. Stewart's co-star in the Twilight series, doesn't need any arm candy to turn heads as his artful locks are quite intriguing on their own.

  • The lineup is rife with soft, decadent pieces of arm candy that deservedly earn admiring glances no matter where they go.

  • If you're on the hunt for a fabulous piece of arm candy but don't want to spend your life's savings, pay a visit to a designer handbag outlet.

  • After spending some time studying at the Sorbonne in Paris, she returned to sunny California to seriously dedicate herself to her favorite pastime; designing outrageously expensive arm candy for women all over the world.

  • If you're not exactly a fan of simple bags and rely on gorgeous arm candy to complete your outfits, you might be interested in purse insert organizers.

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