B1nounrelationshipssociety
US/ˈdeɪ.tɪŋ/
UK/ˈdeɪ.tɪŋ/
the activity of going out regularly with someone because you may want a romantic relationship
In context
Online dating has become very popular among busy young professionals.
She is not interested in dating anyone right now.
My parents had strict rules about dating when I was a teenager.
Words that go with dating
adjective + noun
- online datingOnline dating apps are used by millions of people.
noun + noun
- dating appHe deleted his dating app after meeting someone.
- dating siteShe met her husband through a dating site.
- dating sceneThe dating scene in big cities can be tough.
- speed datingWe tried speed dating at a local cafe.
- dating adviceMy friend gave me some useful dating advice.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
They are dating together.Correct: They are dating.