Dating Terminology

noun a male partner in a romantic or sexual relationship

• She introduced her boyfriend to her parents at the family dinner.
• I'm going out with my boyfriend tonight for dinner and a movie.
• My boyfriend is the coolest dude I know.
• Her new car is like her boyfriend, always needing attention and care.

noun A female friend with whom one has a close and personal relationship

• My girlfriend and I have been together for three years.
• I'm going out with my girlfriend tonight.
• Me and my girl are hitting up the mall later.
• My car has been my girlfriend for years, always there for me when I need it.

noun a gathering or assembly of people, especially for a specific purpose

verb to come into the presence or company of someone by chance or arrangement

• The board of directors will meet next week to discuss the budget.
• Let's meet up for coffee later this afternoon.
• I'll meet you at the usual spot after work.
• Sometimes our expectations don't meet reality.

noun a wealthy older man who lavishes gifts on a young woman in return for her company or sexual favors

• She was rumored to have a sugar daddy who funded her extravagant lifestyle.
• I heard she's got a sugar daddy taking her on fancy trips all the time.
• She's living the high life thanks to her sugar daddy.
• In a way, the government can be seen as a sugar daddy providing assistance to those in need.

noun a type of dating where one person provides financial or material support to another in exchange for companionship or intimacy

• Sugar dating is a type of mutually beneficial relationship where a younger person receives financial support from an older person in exchange for companionship.
• Have you heard about sugar dating? It's when someone gets gifts and money in exchange for spending time with someone else.
• Sugar dating is like having a sugar daddy or sugar mommy who spoils you in exchange for your company.
• In the world of business, networking can be seen as a form of sugar dating where connections are made in exchange for favors.

noun a young woman who receives financial support from an older, wealthier person in exchange for companionship or intimacy

• The concept of a sugar baby involves a financial arrangement between an older individual and a younger partner.
• My friend is considering becoming a sugar baby to help pay for her college tuition.
• She's basically a sugar baby, getting all her expenses covered by that wealthy guy she's dating.
• In a metaphorical sense, the sugar baby represents a dependence on external sources for support and validation.

noun the act of ending a relationship by ghosting someone but doing it in a kinder and more respectful way

verb to end a relationship by gradually reducing contact and communication in a gentle and considerate manner

• In modern dating, Caspering refers to a more gentle way of ghosting someone.
• I heard Sarah was Caspering John by slowly fading out of their conversations.
• Don't be a Casper, just be honest with them.
• His Caspering behavior left her feeling confused and hurt.