An especially attractive date, escort or other companion to a special event. Called "arm candy" because one locks arms with their "candy" (valuable possession) when they enter. A popular connotation of arm candy is a date that someone is using not to enjoy their company, but simply to appear important, wealthy or worthy of attention.

約會對象或陪伴參加活動者，通常是俊男美女或有權有勢，可以"勾著手"出去炫耀的人。"淘金者"(想騙男人錢的女生)最喜歡帶"手臂糖果"參加舞會或派對。