notch on one's bedpost
Casual encounter tally
A notch on one's bedpost is a sexual conquest tallied like a mark carved into wood.
The phrase treats partners as achievements to be counted rather than people: He's just looking to add another notch on his bedpost.
Usually implies casual or predatory attitudes toward sex.
- flingForceful toss, or tryst
- affairRomantic entanglement outside commitment
- rendezvousScheduled meeting at agreed location
- trophyAward for winning
- body countTally of the deceased
badge of honor · paramour · tryst · seduction · kiss and tell · dalliance · liaison · accolade · one-night stand · walk of shame · milestone · conquest · triumph · feat · accomplishment · victory · casual sex · success
relational significance
notch on one's bedpostlove of one's life
Romantic ideal, ultimate partner
soulmate · life partner · true love · the one · significant other