dating

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of going out or socializing with someone you are romantically or sexually attracted to.

  - "They went on their first dating last night."
  - "She enjoys dating new people."
  - "He asked her out for a dating."

• Noun

  A social or business appointment, especially one made in advance.

  - "Can I schedule a dating for next week?"
  - "He has a lot of datings coming up."
  - "They had a productive dating."

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Synonyms

age , elden , obsolesce , go out , see

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dating
mating , fating , gating , hating

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Variants

List of all variants of dating that leads to same result
datable , date , dateable , dated , dater , daters , dates , dating , dating agency , dating service , carbon dating , carbon datings , carbon-date , carbon-dated , carbon-dates , carbon-dating , open dating , open datings , radiocarbon dating , radiocarbon datings , radiocarbon-date , radiocarbon-dated , radiocarbon-dates , radiocarbon-dating , speed dating , double date , double dates , double-date , double-dated , double-dates , double-dating , thermoluminescence , thermoluminescence dating , thermoluminescences , thermoluminescent

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'dating' can be traced back to the 15th century Old French word 'datier', meaning 'to set a date'. It was later adopted in English in the 16th century, initially used in the context of setting a price or value, before evolving to its current meaning related to socializing and romance.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'dating' in its modern sense was in a 1913 issue of the American magazine 'Munsey's Magazine'.

2. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to ask someone out directly for a dating. Instead, indirect methods, such as asking for a friend, are used.

3. Online dating has become increasingly popular in recent years, with an estimated 30% of couples in the US meeting online.

4. In some countries, it is customary to pay for the entire dating, while in others, it is expected that each person will pay for their own share of the expenses.

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Related Concepts

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1. Romance: A feeling of excitement and mystery towards someone, often leading to romantic relationships.

2. Courtship: The process of pursuing a romantic relationship, often involving formal gestures and rituals.

3. Relationship: A close and intimate connection between two people, often characterized by mutual affection and commitment.

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Culture

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Dating has been a significant aspect of human social life for centuries, with various forms and practices evolving over time. In modern society, dating is often seen as a way to explore potential romantic relationships and build connections with others. It can take various forms, from traditional in-person meetings to online interactions and virtual dates.

How to Memorize "dating"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine going on a romantic date with someone you are attracted to.
   - Visualize the excitement and anticipation leading up to the date.
   - Visualize the different settings and activities that can be part of a dating.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dating' with the feeling of excitement and romance.
   - Associate it with the idea of getting to know someone better.
   - Associate it with the concept of building a connection with someone.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'DEAR' to remember the different aspects of a successful dating: D for Duration (make it long enough to get to know each other), E for Enjoyment (make it fun and enjoyable), A for Attention (give each other your full attention), and R for Respect (treat each other with respect).

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