dated
Pronunciation: [ˈdeɪtɪd]
Word
Context: "relationship"
(adjective) when someone is no longer in a relationship with someone they used to be with. It tells us that a person had a boyfriend or girlfriend, but they have moved on.
Example
She was happy when she realized she had dated someone special.
Example
He hasn't dated anyone for a long time because he is focused on his career.
Example
Have you ever dated someone from your school?
Context: "indicate time"
(verb) to write or mark something with a specific date. You can do this to show when something happened or when a document is valid.
Example
She dated the letter with today's date so everyone knows when she sent it.
Example
He forgot to date his homework, so the teacher wasn't sure when he turned it in.
Example
Did you date your notes for this week?
Context: "relationship"
(verb) to have a romantic relationship with someone. When you go out with someone, you are dating them.
Example
They started dating last month and seem very happy together.
Example
She decided not to date anyone until she finishes school.
Example
Are you dating anyone right now?
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