A relationship status in role-playing or storytelling, where two characters are not currently involved romantically but the players or author intends for them to develop a romantic relationship in the future.
In the Harry Potter books by J. K. Rowling, Ron and Hermione did not actually become a couple until the end of the series; prior to that, they were just foreshipped.
Like a friend - with benefits. However you both still are free to date others- and once the other indvidual asks if you are open to commit you tell them you have a Fre- a fre being freship with extra benefits
So, would you like to take this to the next level - well i'll have to let my Fre know- - what the fuck is a Fre - well its the new thing - Freship