Meaning & Definition of word "Dating"

Dating

/ˈdeɪ.tɪŋ/

1. the process of going out with someone in pursuit of a romantic relationship.
- Example: She enjoyed the excitement of dating in her twenties.
2. a social appointment or engagement.
- Example: He set a date for their first dating encounter.

1. the activity of engaging in social activities with someone in whom one is romantically or sexually interested.
- Example: They have been dating for several months now.
2. to establish the period in which something occurred or was created.
- Example: The archaeologists are dating the artifacts found at the site.

Derived from the word 'date', which in this context refers to a social or romantic appointment.

blind date:

A date between two people who have never met before.

double date:

A date in which two couples go out together.

dating app:

A mobile application that helps people meet others for dating purposes.

relationship:

A connection between two individuals, often romantic in nature.

courtship:

The period during which two people develop a romantic relationship.

romance:

A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love.

Meaning: Netflix and chill

Example Sentence: They invited each other over for some Netflix and chill, meaning they were looking for a casual date.

Meaning: DTR (Define the Relationship)

Example Sentence: They decided it was time to DTR after several months of dating.