Etymoleon - Word History, etymology

15. Dating

October 29, 2023 Leon Bailey-Green Season 1 Episode 15
15. Dating
Etymoleon - Word History, etymology
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Etymoleon - Word History, etymology
15. Dating
Oct 29, 2023 Season 1 Episode 15
Leon Bailey-Green

This episode takes a look at the etymologies of dating lingo. From modern terms such as ghosting, orbiting and catfishing, to the rather old-fashion synonym for dating 'courting'. Find out the name meanings behind dating app names Tinder and Grindr, and when the word 'date' first picked up its meaning in relation to two people seeing each other romantically.

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This episode takes a look at the etymologies of dating lingo. From modern terms such as ghosting, orbiting and catfishing, to the rather old-fashion synonym for dating 'courting'. Find out the name meanings behind dating app names Tinder and Grindr, and when the word 'date' first picked up its meaning in relation to two people seeing each other romantically.