Gen X (1965-1979)
Couch potato
Used when joking about someone’s inactivity or excessive TV watching.
Literal Meaning
A piece of furniture for sitting or lying on." - "A starchy plant tuber that is a staple food.
Actual Meaning
Someone who sits around watching TV all day
Examples in Context

'Don't be such a couch potato.' (Translation: Stop being lazy)

Helpful Tips
  • 1TV watching criticism
  • 2Lazy stereotype
  • 3Pre-streaming term
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