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sex bomb

sex bomb

1 7.4
A person, often a woman, who many people find very sexually attractive
  • noun
  • /sɛks bɑm/
  • NSFW
translation icon : sex bomb
  • Shelly is often referred to as a sex bomb because of her striking presence and charm.

Examples

  • Many celebrities are worshiped as ultimate sex bombs in spite of their imperfections.

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  • A girl-next-door image changed to the sex bomb of the Bollywood industry.

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  • You know what, I'm a sex bomb, you know?

  • She's okay, but not a sex bomb either.

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  • Where is the naked sex bomb painted gold, the cutting-edge gadgets, and state-of-the-art car-submarine?

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  • Many celebrities are worshiped as ultimate sex bombs for their stunning looks and confidence.

  • You're a true sex bomb with your vibrant style and captivating personality.

Synonyms

bombshell
vssex bomb
  • Informal
14 6.5

A very attractive woman who looks glamorous and makes people notice her

is any extremely sexually attractive person without the glamour or showbiz focus
sex symbol
vssex bomb
  • NSFW
13 3.8

A famous person, for example an actor or singer, who many people think is very sexually attractive

is any person who is extremely sexually attractive regardless of fame
sexpot
vssex bomb
  • Offensive
3 9.6

A woman many people see as very sexually attractive

is not limited to youth and can apply to anyone very sexually attractive

Antonyms

frump
  • Slur
3 8.6

A woman who dresses plainly and looks unfashionable

How Attractive

sex symbol
  • NSFW
13 3.8
sex bomb
  • NSFW
1 7.4
hottie
  • Slang
49 9.5
average guy
  • Informal
15 1.8

Surface Forms

sex bomb singular
sex bombs plural

Morphology

sex + bomb

This is a straightforward noun-noun compound: 'sex' (relating to sexuality) combined with the informal sense of 'bomb' as 'extremely excellent' yields 'extremely sexually attractive.' The meaning follows a regular compounding and intensifying pattern that a B1 learner who knows both constituent senses can reliably infer.

Etymology

The phrase sex bomb puts together sex, meaning sexual attraction, and bomb, meaning a sudden strong blast. Imagine someone's looks entering a room like an explosion that makes everyone notice. That's why it means 'a very sexually attractive person'.