peaches and cream

The phrase "peaches and cream" can describe an idealized situation, a dessert, or a smooth, rosy complexion.

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Definition

B2General

(idiomatic, informal)A situation or experience that is exceptionally pleasant and free from problems.

Example

  • Her life seemed all peaches and cream after she got the promotion.
  • The vacation was peaches and cream, with perfect weather and no stress.

A2Culinary

(common)A simple dessert made of sliced peaches and whipped cream.

Example

  • We had peaches and cream for dessert at the barbecue.
  • Nothing beats a bowl of fresh peaches and cream in the summer.

B2Appearance

(idiomatic)A complexion that is smooth, clear, and rosy.

Example

  • She has a peaches and cream complexion that makes her look youthful.
  • Her skin was like peaches and cream, flawless and glowing.

C1Slang

(informal, slang)A term used as a sexual innuendo in certain cultural contexts.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "peaches and cream":

strawberries and creampeach fuzzpeach blossomcream upcoconut creamcream offlight cream