twinkie

See also: Twinkie

English

Etymology

Genericization of the trademark Twinkie

Noun

twinkie (plural twinkies)

1. Alternative letter-case form of Twinkie
2. A generic version of the snack food
3. An actor, actress, or public figure who is considered to be no more than eye candy.
   • 1994, Dana Stabenow, A Cold-Blooded Business, →ISBN, page 15:

     This twinkie was enveloped in an oversize parka with the hood pulled so far forward that all that could be seen of his face was a frostbitten nose and a microphone.

Derived terms

• twink