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dreamboat

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Noun — An extremely attractive person, especially someone considered a romantic ideal.

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Etymology

From dream plus boat, popularised by 1930s-40s love songs about a metaphorical boat carrying a lover's dreams.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dreamboat” mean?

The word “dreamboat” means an extremely attractive person, especially someone considered a romantic ideal. In plain terms, an old-fashioned, affectionate way to call someone very attractive.

How do you pronounce “dreamboat”?

“Dreamboat” is pronounced DREEM-boht (/ˈdɹimˌboʊt/ in IPA).

How do you use “dreamboat” in a sentence?

Here is “dreamboat” used in a sentence: “The whole office thought the new intern was an absolute dreamboat.”

What part of speech is “dreamboat”?

“Dreamboat” is a noun.

Where does the word “dreamboat” come from?

The word “dreamboat” dates back to around 1930. From dream plus boat, popularised by 1930s-40s love songs about a metaphorical boat carrying a lover's dreams.

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