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!
More Like This Expressions from history and legendExpressions from history and legendTopics Personal qualitiesc2Word OriginFrom the hero of some European fairy tales, for example Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. Partial translation of French Roi Charmant, literally ‘King Charming’.Definitions on the go
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