arm candy

noun

: a young attractive person who accompanies a usually older person at social events

Examples of arm candy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Slip it over the wrist as a stunning piece of arm candy, sling it over the shoulder with the removable leather strap, or extend the strap to convert it to a low-hanging tote or crossbody bag. Nikki Chwatt, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024 Related Articles Speaking of Holly Golightly, the fall collections delivered gloves galore to clutch this season’s arm candy: bags covered in croc, fuzz, feathers, studs and crystals. Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 26 Sep. 2024 If your stack of arm candy leans toward chunky statements and reflective finishes, Lagos’ Watch Bracelet seamlessly elevates tradition analog links. Irene Richardson, WWD, 24 June 2024 Don’t forget about arm candy or sleek black sunnies, either. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 2 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for arm candy 

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Word History

First Known Use

1992, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of arm candy was in 1992

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“Arm candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arm%20candy. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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