friendzone

noun

Meaning

The situation in which one is viewed by a potential partner as a platonic friend, which complicates the initiation of a romantic relationship.
To classify as a friend, without any possibility of a romantic relationship.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

friend-zone(English)friend zone(English)friend-zonee(English)romance zone(English)girl-friend(English)friend(English)girl trouble(English)lady friend(English)

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