sex bomb
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Definition
Noun: 1. A person, typically a young woman, considered to be exceptionally sexually attractive: The term "sex bomb" refers to someone, usually a woman, who is perceived to possess a very high degree of sex appeal or physical allure. It is an informal and somewhat dated term.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The actress was hailed as the new sex bomb of Hollywood.
- The magazine cover featured a model they called a "blonde sex bomb."
Advanced Usage
- The term is highly informal and objectifying. Its use can be considered offensive or disrespectful, as it reduces a person primarily to their perceived sexual attractiveness.
- It is often used in tabloid journalism or sensationalist media.
- While historically applied almost exclusively to women, contemporary usage may occasionally, though rarely, apply it to men.
Variants and Related Words
- Sex symbol (n): A more common and slightly less overtly objectifying term for a celebrity famous for their sex appeal.
- He became an international sex symbol after his role in that film.
Synonyms
- Siren
- Sex symbol
- Goddess (slang)
- Knockout (slang)
Antonyms
- Wallflower
Related Idioms & Phrases
- (To be) the object of desire: A more formal phrase describing someone who is intensely wanted or admired, often sexually.
- With her confidence and style, she became the object of desire for many.
Noun
- a young woman who is thought to have sex appeal