non-relationship 

The grey area in between taking the plunge into a committed relationship and platonic friendship. Often due to indecision on the part of one or more parties involved.

Symptoms might include, holding hands, non-committal sex, spending an inordinate amount of time together, flirting on text messages.

"Sam and Jane have been having this non-relationship for months now, they need to decide whether or not they are going out or not."

non-relationship by atreidai August 22, 2005

Non-relationship 

Non-relationship (noun) - a special bond between two individuals in the 21st century, based on friendship and characterized by the absence of defined or traditional relational structures, while allowing the freedom to explore emotional and physical connections in an open and unconstrained manner.

In this non-relationship, there is a strong bond between individuals, which may include a possible romantic or sexual connection, but is always open and flexible. Although there is no defined relationship structure, individuals rely on trust, mutual respect, and sincere communication to maintain their special bond.

People who engage in a non-relationship are usually able to manage their emotions and communicate openly and honestly with each other, and this relationship requires a high level of emotional maturity and effective communication to be successfully maintained.

Although they were very close, they both agreed that they didn't want to define their connection as a traditional romantic relationship, but rather as a non-relationship based on friendship and mutual respect."

"Their non-relationship allowed them to explore their feelings for each other without the pressure of labels or societal expectations."

"Many people are now opting for non-relationships as a way to experience emotional and physical intimacy without the constraints of a traditional relationship."

"It takes a lot of trust and communication to maintain a successful non-relationship, as there are no clear rules or expectations to guide the individuals involved."

"Their non-relationship was unique in that it allowed them to pursue other romantic interests while still maintaining a deep emotional connection with each other."

Non-relationship by Non-relationship February 25, 2023

Monogamous non-relationship 

A situation in which two people decide that they want to be sexually exclusive without taking on the title of "boyfriend" & "girlfriend" or having any type of official commitment. Often following a period of transition between casual dating and an established romantic relationship.

"John has been with that girl for a few years now. Is he ever going to start introducing her as his girlfriend?"
"He's afraid of commitment and happy being in a monogamous non-relationship. I don't think they are going to put a title on it any time soon."

Monogamous non-relationship by Bravs53 March 30, 2013

committed non-relationship 

the relationship status of a couple who break up because they don't want to be long-distance, yet still talk every day and both plan to "see how things turn out"

The girl was hitting on Dino, but he was in a committed non-relationship with Jessica, and would never cheat on her.

committed non-relationship by malberry August 31, 2012

Toxic Non-Relationship 

1. an association with one who engages in normal boyfriend-like behaviors at random and sporadic intervals; but without any regular consistency.

2. the condition or infection of a noxious chemical or other substance, causing lust, love, total confusion, and an increased proclivity towards drunk texting.

3. half-dating a guy you can’t get over because his erratic behavior makes you act like a total fucking lunatic.

4. dating mr. yuck.

I am going absolutely crazy trying to figure out what is going on in my Toxic Non-Relationship.

Toxic Non-Relationship by Dating Mr. Yuck June 25, 2010

Non-Serious Relationship

The same thing as a serious relationship but with another name so your parents don't freak out.

Dad: Are you dating him?

Daughter: Don't worry its a non-serious relationship.

Non-Serious Relationship by ksweferino May 25, 2015

non-exclusive relationship 

A relationship between 3 or more people, and they all agreed to it.

It's all good me and my girl are in a "Non-exclusive Relationship".

non-exclusive relationship by TTGonYT March 4, 2017