nanoship noun [C]
UK /ˈnæn.əʊ.ʃɪp/ US /ˈnæn.oʊ.ʃɪp/
a very short romantic interaction with someone, with no expectation that it will lead to a relationship
Officially, a nanoship involves having some kind of quick, small connection moment with someone without any accompanying expectations or longer-term commitments. It could be simply a momentary and fleeting connection or could lead to something deeper and longer-lasting. The point is you just don’t know at the moment it occurs.
[psychologytoday.com, 5 January 2025]
NATO dating noun [U]
UK /ˈneɪ.təʊ ˌdeɪtɪŋ/ US /ˈneɪ.t̬oʊ ˌdeɪtɪŋ/
abbreviation for “not attached to an outcome dating”: an approach to dating people where someone focuses on enjoying the experience rather than expecting a serious relationship
The benefits of NATO dating include pursuing mindful partnerships, prioritizing personal growth, embracing singlehood, seeking meaningful experiences, and assessing true compatibility. It makes sense. This approach to dating can help you let go of timelines and pre-existing expectations and allow you to get to know a person without all the pressure and anxiety of finding the love of your life.
[sandiegomagazine.com, 13 September 2024]
hoodfishing noun [U]
/ˈhʊd.fɪʃ.ɪŋ/
the practice where someone pretends on their online dating profile to live in a more fashionable or wealthy area than they actually do, in order to seem more attractive to others
Hoodfishing is a trend on the dating apps where people lie about where they are from or where they are based out of … While it may seem harmless, hoodfishing is one of the more annoying dating trends that have taken off because if you fall for it, it is extra work making the distance work, but more importantly, it just isn’t ethical.
[zeezest.com, 20 August 2024]
