“Dating” means youre going on dates. You are actively getting out there and meeting people and spending time with them. “Dating someone” means youre seeing somebody specific, with purpose and on a regular basis. Youre spending time with a person (or persons) in hopes of finding a committed relationship.

What does the term dating someone mean?

Dating is a stage of romantic relationships practised in Western societies whereby two people meet socially with the aim of each assessing the others suitability as a prospective partner in a future intimate relationship.