Meanings
From couch + potato; coined by Tom Iacino in 1976 as a pun on boob tuber (from boob tube (“television”) and tuber (“potato”)); trademarked by Robert Armstrong from 1976–91.
How to pronounce "couch potato":
AU
A person who spends a lot of time sitting or lying down, often watching television, eating snacks or drinking alcohol.
Example Sentences
1
He's such a couch potato, he never leaves the house.
2
My brother is the ultimate couch potato, he spends all day watching TV.
3
I used to be a couch potato, but now I exercise regularly.
4
Living with a couch potato can be frustrating if you're an active person.
5
She prefers being a couch potato and binge-watching her favorite shows.
