Etymology

prince charming

Today it means: A fictional heroic prince in various fairy-tales. Full definition →

French Roi Charmant
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  1. French · calque ofRoi Charmant“Charming King”
  2. English todayPrince Charming

Calque of French Roi Charmant (“Charming King”).

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