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Casual Relationship

/ˈkæʒ.u.əl ˌrɪˈleɪ.ʃən.ʃɪp/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    A romantic or sexual relationship that is not serious or committed.

    "They decided to keep things light and enjoy a casual relationship without any expectations."
  2. 2

    A relationship characterized by a lack of long-term commitment or emotional attachment.

    "Many young adults prefer casual relationships to focus on personal growth."

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The term 'casual' originates from the Latin 'casualis', meaning 'by chance', evolving through Middle English to denote a lack of formality. 'Relationship' comes from the Latin 'relatio', meaning 'to bring back', which evolved to describe connections between individuals.

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