Noun

Singular dating

Plural uncountable

dating (uncountable)

1. A form of romantic courtship between two individuals who may or may not expect marriage.

   It was a couple of years before he even started dating again.

Verb

dating

1. Present participle of date.

Dating is any social activity undertaken by, typically, two people with the aim of each assessing the other's suitability as their partner in an intimate relationship or as a spouse. Dating can also be used as a term for pre-intimate acts such as hugging, holding hands, or kissing. The word refers to the act of meeting and engaging in some mutually agreed upon social activity. Traditional dating activities include entertainment or a meal.

In many cultural traditions, a date may be arranged by a third party, who may be a family member, acquaintance, or professional matchmaker. Recen