sugar daddy

noun

: a rich, older man who gives money, gifts, etc., to someone (such as a young woman) in exchange for sex, friendship, etc.

Full Definition of SUGAR DADDY

: a well-to-do usually older man who supports or spends lavishly on a mistress, girlfriend, or boyfriend

: a generous benefactor of a cause or undertaking

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1926

Synonyms: angel, donator, donor, fairy godmother, Maecenas, patron, benefactor

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