Prince Charming
noun /ˌprɪns ˈtʃɑːmɪŋ/
/ˌprɪns ˈtʃɑːrmɪŋ/
[singular] (usually humorous)- a man who seems to be a perfect boyfriend or husband because he is very attractive, kind, etc.
- I’m still waiting for my Prince Charming!
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Word OriginFrom the hero of some European fairy tales, for example Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty.Topics Personal qualitiesc2, Appearancec2Word Originpartial translation of French Roi Charmant, literally ‘King Charming’.