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dating

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of dating

the series of social engagements shared by a couple looking to get married

  • their dating had been going on for so long that she was starting to wonder if sheʼd ever take that trip down the aisle
Synonyms of dating

courting, courtship, lovemaking, suit
Words Related to dating

suit, wooing

affair (also affaire), love affair, romance

betrothal, engagement

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