dalliance
|dal-li-ance|
C1
/ˈdæliəns/
casual involvement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dalliance' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'dallier,' where 'dallier' meant 'to chat or to amuse oneself.'
Historical Evolution
'dallier' transformed into the Middle English word 'dalien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dalliance.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to amuse oneself or to chat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a casual romantic or sexual relationship.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a casual romantic or sexual relationship.
Their dalliance was the talk of the town.
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Noun 2
a period of brief or casual involvement with something.
His dalliance with painting lasted only a few months.
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