back scratcher
Americannoun
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a long-handled device for scratching one's own back.
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a person who exchanges favors or services for mutual advantage.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of back scratcher
First recorded in 1785–95
Example Sentences
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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
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