Relationships
Dating is any social activity undertaken by, typically, two
people with the aim of each assessing the other's suitability
as their partner in an intimate relationship or as a spouse.
The word refers to the act of meeting and engaging in some
mutually agreed upon social activity. Traditional dating
activities include entertainment or a meal.
In many cultural traditions, a date may be arranged by a
third party, who may be a family member, acquaintance,
or professional matchmaker. Recently internet dating has
become popular.
Although dating etiquette in Western culture has become
more relaxed during the twentieth century, there are
considerable differences between social and personal values.
For example, when an activity costs money (for example, a
meal), traditionally the man was expected to pay; but in
recent times the practice of "going Dutch" (splitting the
expenses) has become more common and more acceptable.
Long Distance Dating