back scratcher

American  

Or back-scratcher,

noun

1. a long-handled device for scratching one's own back.

2. a person who exchanges favors or services for mutual advantage.

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Other Word Forms

• back scratching noun

Etymology

Origin of back scratcher

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

Second place receives a back scratcher made from a dried alligator hand, complete with four long claws.

From Washington Post • Jun. 2, 2022

But, they didn’t really find the kind of games that scratched that particular itch, so they decided to make their own back scratcher.

From The Verge • May 18, 2022

I’ve got an exercise regime where I use a back scratcher, because I have so many friends — especially in the gay community — who have rock hard abs and exercise videos.

From Washington Post • Apr. 6, 2020

The front room is full of props she's planning to use - a doll with long, blonde hair for hairdressing scenarios, some noisy jewellery, a back scratcher, a sheet of wrapping paper.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2014

Jamie finds a back scratcher that looks like a bear paw.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman