You might also refer to him as something more detached, like my plus-one, prospect or literally, like, This is my date. Some prefer the tongue-in-cheek not-boyfriend. You can be coy (fancy friend) or a bit crass (makeout buddy) or cheesy (this is my luvvah) or even snobbish/fake-French.

Whats the word for not dating anyone?

The latest of these phrases is stashing, which refers to when youre in a supposedly serious relationship with someone, but they dont introduce you to any of their friends. Another popular term is ghosting, which occurs when someone youre dating vanishes without a trace.

What does it mean if a guy likes you but doesnt want a relationship?

If a person tells you that they dont want a relationship but they still like you, this is an indication that youre chasing someone who is emotionally unavailable. Before jumping into something new, whether its casual or serious — and even before your very first date with a new person!