Meaning/Usage: Used when someone watches too much television.
Explanation: This was created for someone watching too much television because in some western countries, a person usually sits on the "couch" and eats "potato" chips while watching television.
My husband is a couch potato. He sits in front of the TV all day long.
You have a huge belly because you're a couch potato.
I should be more active and less of a couch potato.
A:
James. We're going to play basketball. Do you want to play?
B:
No, I'm going to watch TV today.
A:
You did that all day yesterday. You better stop being a couch potato or you're going to get a big fat belly.
Other Common Sentences
Good luck trying to get his attention. He's glued to the television.