noun

candyman

Candyman (noun) means a man who sells candy or sweets, especially from a small shop or stall. Example: “The neighborhood candyman knew every kid by name.”

noun

A man who sells candy or sweets, especially from a small shop or stall.

"The neighborhood candyman knew every kid by name."

Slang for a male drug dealer.

"In the song, "candyman" is a coded reference to a dealer."

How to Use Candyman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who sells candy — or, in slang, drugs.

When to use it

The drug-dealer sense is informal slang, common in music and film.

Word Forms

candymen plural

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Rhymes for candyman

Lyman layman Cayman bogeyman handyman everyman ferryman clergyman countryman highwayman assemblyman

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “candyman” mean?

The word “candyman” means a man who sells candy or sweets, especially from a small shop or stall. In plain terms, someone who sells candy — or, in slang, drugs.

How do you use “candyman” in a sentence?

Here is “candyman” used in a sentence: “The neighborhood candyman knew every kid by name.”

What part of speech is “candyman”?

“Candyman” is a noun.

How many meanings does “candyman” have?

“Candyman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a man who sells candy or sweets, especially from a small shop or stall.