English Explanatory Dictionary

kittenfishing

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The practice of presenting oneself in a more favorable or exaggerated light on dating apps or social media.
verb
  1. present participle and gerund of kittenfish

Pronunciation

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Word forms

kittenfishing

Etymology

Blend of kitten + catfishing. The word kitten is used because it is regarded as a less severe form of catfishing. Coined in an article by dating app Hinge published on June 21, 2017.

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