noun a person who is romantically involved with someone significantly younger than them
verb to have a romantic relationship with someone significantly younger than oneself
Refers to a situation where one person is significantly older than their romantic partner, often with negative connotations
Used informally to describe a relationship with a significant age difference, especially when the older person is seen as predatory
Commonly used in tabloids and gossip columns to sensationalize relationships with age gaps
In literature, the term 'cradle-snatch' may be used to describe a character who is in a relationship with someone significantly younger than them, often with negative connotations.
Psychologists may use the term 'cradle-snatch' informally to refer to a situation where one person is romantically involved with someone much younger, which could be a topic of interest or concern in therapy sessions.